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After the angels announced the birth of Jesus to the shepherds, they ran to Bethlehem and found Mary and Joseph and the baby was lying in a manger. The shepherds were so excited they told everyone what they had seen. All who heard the shepherd’s story were astonished. The shepherds went back to [...]

I want to thank you for your faithful support for Grandparenting with a Purpose and wish you a very blessed Christmas as you celebrate the birth of our Lord Jesus Christ with your family. Lillian Penner, National Prayer Coordinator for Christian Grandparetning [...]

During the Christmas season, we not only enjoy the beautiful lights we also enjoy the smells of Christmas. We enjoy the fragrance of a live recently cut tree Christmas tree when we walk into a house.             There is also the fragrance of the holiday-scented candles or spicy [...]

I enjoy candles so during the Christmas season, I love to see the Christmas lights illuminating our homes with candles lit on the mantle or the dining room table, providing a beautiful festive atmosphere. Many of us hang outdoor lights on our houses to share the Christmas spirit with others. I [...]

As I was looking at the forlorn misshapen tree standing in the snow on the cover of a book I was reading last week, I was reminded of the Christmas tree we had at my house when I was a child.   When I was six years old, my parents did not have much money to spend at Christmas. In order for my [...]

Today I would like to share with you a presentation of The Candymaker’s Gift produced by my friends David and Helen Haidle. The Candymaker’s Gift is an excellent story to share with your grandchildren during this Christmas season about the real meaning of Christmas. You can show it to them or [...]

In the Northwest, we are seeing the last of the beautiful autumn leaves falling from the trees, which remind us, that the Thanksgiving holiday is near. Thanksgiving is a special time for families to get together, enjoy each other and the traditional Thanksgiving dinner. It is a good time to think [...]

  Thanksgiving is a good time to encourage our grandchildren to be thankful for the many good things they experience. Help them make a list of their home, food, clothing, school, friends, church, toys and the opportunities they enjoy for which they can be thankful. Gratitude always improves ones [...]

 As Veteran’s day approaches, we are reminded of our military families and those who have served our country in the military. There are many U.S. troops in our military deployed all over the world leaving families back home and don’t hear the laughter of their loved ones. They only have [...]

The retail stores are reminding us that Christmas is coming soon so it’s not too early to get started with your Christmas shopping. It is hard to believe that Christmas is only 55 days from now. Here is an excellent suggestion for the grandparents of your children or your friends who are [...]