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WAYS TO STAY CONNECTED THROUGH THEIR TEENAGE YEARS
Many grandparents know the feeling all too well: Grandchildren who used to love spending time with you now seem distant, grown up, or too busy for family time. It is normal for this special relationship to drift a bit when children become teenagers and start to explore their independence. This is not the end of your bond; it is just a break that comes with the territory of teenagers. The good news is that there are ways to stay engaged and enjoy time together with your older grandkids. STEP INTO THEIR WORLD. Your grandchildren have not outgrown you; they are simply maturing in their hobbies and pastimes. One of the best ways to stay connected with them is to explore their new interests. Find out what they love to do and start learning more about it. If your granddaughter is a budding artist, consider taking her to an art gallery or signing up for a pottery class together. Read up on your grandchild’s favorite sports team or watch their favorite movie so you can have great discussions together. SHARE YOUR WISDOM WISELY. Your grandchild’s teenage years can be a confusing time as they take their first true steps toward adulthood. You have important wisdom, advice, and guidance you can share with them, but only if you do it at the right time. Be the person they can call when they just need someone to listen. As they share what is going on in their lives, ask them questions and wait until they ask you what you think before you start to guide them. MAKE MOMENTS THAT MATTER. You do not have to spend the whole day with your grandchildren to make meaningful memories. Teens are always on the go with after-school activities, hobbies, and time with their friends. Aim to spend at least a few hours with them every few weeks or once a month, and ensure it is something they genuinely want to do. Attend their events, whether a basketball game, school play, or concert. It can be difficult watching our grandchildren grow up, but remember, you are still an important part of their world. Walk with them through these teenage years, and the memories will last a lifetime.
INGREDIENTS
• 1 loaf frozen bread dough • 2 tbsp garlic herb spreadable cheese • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese • 1/2 cup shredded Gruyere cheese
• 7 oz artichoke hearts, chopped • Several handfuls of fresh spinach • Pepper, to taste
DIRECTIONS
1. Thaw dough according to package directions and let it rise for 2 hours. 2. Preheat oven to 450 F. 3. Coat a 10-inch cast-iron skillet with non-stick spray, then gently stretch dough to fit. 4. Spread garlic herb cheese evenly across the entire dough layer. 5. Sprinkle mozzarella and Gruyere cheeses evenly over dough, reserving a small amount of each. 6. As the topping, scatter chopped artichoke hearts, followed by a layer of torn spinach leaves, and then the reserved cheeses. Add black pepper to taste. 7. Bake for 15–18 minutes, until the edges are golden brown and crisp.
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