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Are Structured Notes the Financial Magic You Need?
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A Daring Kitty GPS Test
Downsize, Redesign, or Stay Put? Housing Tips for Empty Nesters
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Apple Upside-Down Cake
Upcoming Events
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Be the Grandparent They’ll Never Forget
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MEANINGFUL WAYS TO CONNECT WITH YOUR GRANDKIDS Create Memories That Last
There’s something very special about the grandchild-grandparent relationship. While parents often must play the role of disciplinarian so their kids stay out of trouble and become the best version of themselves, grandparents get to spoil and pamper the grandchildren. Most grandparents want this relationship to be as strong as possible, but it’s easier said than done, especially if you only see your grandkids a few times each year. Here are three strategies you can implement to strengthen your relationship with your grandchildren while allowing you to make memories to last for the rest of their lives. TAKE ADVANTAGE OF HOLIDAYS. The holiday season is a time for families to get together, participate in time-honored traditions,
and share their love for one another. Make sure you set aside time for your grandkids. Show them your favorite holiday movies, encourage them to help cook a few dishes, and involve them in your traditions and activities. Once you establish these activities, pay attention to how your grandchildren react. If they enjoy them, do it again next year! PRIORITIZE OUTINGS OVER GIFTS. Take a second to think about the best gift you received during your childhood. Now, imagine the best trip, vacation, or family outing you had as a kid. Which memory is stronger? You likely can’t even remember a specific gift you received, but those memories of trips to the zoo, beach, or mall have remained strong. Instead of spending hundreds of dollars on gifts, consider taking your grandchildren out for an evening together.
DO WHAT THEY WANT TO DO. To put it simply, your grandchildren will only get so much enjoyment participating in your favorite activities or regular routine. Figure out what they like and participate in those activities right alongside them. They’ll never forget the day they saw grandma ride around in a go-kart, grandpa win the big prize at the arcade, or their grandparents adding the finishing touches to an art masterpiece!
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