As the Greatest Generation member, my mom was technologically advanced, especially for her age. She was a wiz with spreadsheets. She created manual spreadsheets before technology caught up to her. She eagerly took to social media, even posting her version of a selfie to share with family and friends. Computer, Smart Phone, IPad, yep, she used them all. But she gladly leaned on her children and grandchildren for technology questions.

What were the longest 48 hours in YOUR Life?

A mere 2,880 minutes. 172,800 seconds. How hard could it be to live through something like that?

I have always been fascinated by time in my entire existence on this earth. The old film of the 1960s, The Time Machine with Yvette Mimieux, takes a scientist into the future to find a Utopian society. Or maybe you remember, Back to the Future, where they find out you never really know what your parents were like when they were our age.

Let's start tripping…

Near or far, we've got a few exciting ways for grandparents and grandkids to connect, learn, and have a blast together using the power of modern technology. Read on if you want to make lasting memories and build a strong bond, no matter the distance. So, put on your digital thinking caps, and let's embark on an incredible journey together!

Today we are going to talk about virtual travel and a few tips and tricks.

For years, when we were young, my sisters, I, and a bunch of cousins would go on the greatest of adventures.

• Where to? A family farm.

• When? Harvest time.

As subsistence farmers, our aunt and uncle needed us to help hand-pick the animal corn. Acres and acres of animal corn. Did I mention many acres of animal corn?

Once upon a time, in the year 2023, there lived a wise and spirited storyteller named Carma. She was known throughout the family for the captivating tales she shared with her grandkids and other children whenever she was around! The children would gather, their imaginations intertwined, forming friendships as they discussed and reimagined the tales long after Carma's words had faded.

Is that you too? Would you like this to be your legacy?

This blog delves into the experiences and wisdom of grandparents, offering advice on how to build strong relationships with grandchildren, navigate family dynamics, and handle challenging situations. It also highlights the evolving role of grandparents today, emphasizing the significance of communication and mutual respect.

Maybe it isn’t the status of being a grandparent, but being a Great Aunt plays a vital role in the life of a Great Niece or a Great Nephew. This responsibility should not be taken lightly. A great aunt can provide guidance, support, and love to their niece or nephew. They can also serve as a source of wisdom to demonstrate and teach the family’s values.

Unplug their thumbs, train their mind and body and unleash their full potential…

It's no secret that kids today are growing up spending more time than ever before indoors, glued to screens and finger-driven devices. Their finger/eye coordination abilities are off the chart, but what about old-fashioned hand-eye coordination that requires more than a finger and gives them a pause from their fingers?