Celebrating Grandmothers

THE book for grandmothers about grandmothers and by grandmothersBecoming a grandmother is both exciting and challenging. In this book, 27 women describe - in their own words - how they responded to the many new pleasures and demands of being a grandmother. You will read about how their new role changed the texture of their lives, their family relationships and their sense of themselves. Whether you find that being a grandmother is a source of great joy - or of some pain due to sheer distance or family problems - it will speak to you. And you will gain many good ideas about how to do the best for both your adult children and your grandchildren.Note to parents of babies or young children - an excellent and original present for new and experienced grandmothers alike.'A book to warm your heart about being a grandparent, and also one to reassure you that you're not alone when you experience new relationships and complex family patterns.'Virginia Ironside, agony aunt and novelist 'Confirms, in a direct and delightful way, just how special the grandmother-grandchild relationship is....Very interesting and heart-warming'Jane Fearnley-Whittingstall, author of The Good Granny Guide

This book is about the views and experiences of grandmothers, as told by grandmothers themselves. Their individual voices, perspectives and stories invite readers into both their day-to-day lives and their inner - often unspoken - thoughts. They talk about their love of spending time with their grandchildren, how being a grandmother is different from being a mother, and how becoming a grandmother affects the way they see themselves. The grandmothers range in age from mid-40s to late 80s and cover ten nationalities and differing social circumstances. The book is full of joy, wisdom and some sadness from those grandmothers with little access to their grandchildren due to distance or difficult relations within the family. Although not initially intended to offer advice, readers will take away many good ideas from what grandmothers have to say. 'very interesting, and heart-warming' Jane Fearnley-Whittingstall author of The Good Granny Guide: or how to be a modern grandmother about the author Ann Richardson is a writer and researcher. She has written two previous books in a narrative style: Wise Before their Time: People with AIDS and HIV talk about their lives and Life in a Hospice: reflections on caring for the dying. She lives in London and is the grandmother of two boys.

From New York Times bestselling author, star of A&E’s Duck Dynasty, and matriarch of the popular Robertson family, comes a savory new collection of recipes that gives you and your family plenty of reasons to sit down together and share a meal, love, and laughter. Miss Kay is a master of the back-country, home-cooked meal. She has been cooking ever since she was a little girl and has perfected her skills through years of practice on the Robertson clan. After sharing some of her family’s favorite recipes in Miss Kay’s Duck Commander Kitchen, Miss Kay has gone back to her cupboard and pulled out more of her down-home, mouthwatering recipes, this time grouping her recipes around reasons to get together—New Year's Eve spreads, special Mother’s Day meals, Fourth of July picnics, Christmas dinners, church potlucks, and everything in-between. In addition to more than one hundred recipes, Miss Kay opens her heart to share hard-won wisdom and special memories, along with beautiful full-color photos and family pictures. And true to the Robertson faith, you’ll find scriptures sprinkled throughout Miss Kay’s newest collection of recipes. Take a peek into the off-camera life of America’s favorite duck-loving family, the foods they love, and the wisdom and legacy that make a family strong.

An offbeat book full of word play and humour, answering all your questions about grandmas-especially the ones you never thought to ask Why do grannies always tell us to speak up? Why do they have creases on their faces? Are grannies flexible? How do you cheer up a sad granny? Exactly how old are grannies anyway? Eric Veille explains it all in this witty book for anyone who has, is, knows or will one day be a grandmother.

"Somewhere in the middle of my seventies, I realised that I liked being old." So begins this set of engaging stories and thoughts on growing older by someone with a vast range of life experience to share. Part memoir and part reflection on the joys and challenges of modern life, this book explores the nature of old age and how it compares to what came before. The author argues that being older does not have to be feared. Even better, it can be fun. This kaleidoscopic book offers a refreshing - and often funny - look at a wide range of issues, Including the personal awkwardness of a loss of memory, a new take on the nature of ambition, and sex at the age of 90. It challenges head on many of the prevalent myths and taboos surrounding old age. You may never look at old age in the same way again.

A picture book celebrating grandmas and all that makes them "magic", ideal for fans of How to Babysit a Grandma. "When a child is born, a grandma is born too. Grandmas aren't like regular grown-ups. Grandmas are filled with magic." In this charming picture book tribute to grandmas, a grandma's magic bursts through the door as soon as she comes to visit and can be seen in every wonderful thing she does: playing, exploring, baking, gardening, and in all the many ways a grandma and grandchild connect. Filled with adorable scenes featuring a diversity of grandmas and their grandkids, this is a book that will families can enjoy together. Grandmas will love snuggling with their grandchildren as they share their love and "magic" through cuddles, kisses, and many repeat readings.

Record and cherish your memorable moments with this keepsake journal for first-time grandmothers The arrival of a new baby is an exciting time for grandparents-to-be, and you'll want to write down and reminisce about every magical moment of the journey. This exquisite guided grandmother's journal is brimming with heartwarming prompts and moving quotes to help you preserve every thought, feeling, event, and experience you have as a first-time grandmother. Prepare for your new role with exercises that will show you how to form an eternal bond with your grandchild. You'll reflect on the hopes and dreams you have for their future and record the lessons you want to pass on for generations to come. This grandmother's journal includes: Writing prompts--Capture and appreciate every moment with insightful prompts on a variety of topics, from the anticipation of your grandchild's arrival to doing your part as a new grandma. A modern design--Create a beloved keepsake of your journey with this beautifully designed grandmother's journal that includes plenty of room to write. A giftable package--Give the first-time grandma in your life the perfect gift with this delightful guided journal for sharing her story. Celebrate your favorite memories with this inspiring first-time grandmother's journal.