Funtastical Blog
"Are you ready to unlock the magic of grandparenting?"
Time In a Bottle
If you opened a time capsule from 1971, what would you find?
One of the many things I hope to find is an old vinyl record by Jim Croce, who wrote the soulful song, Time in a Bottle. How many remember it? Here is a teaser of how it began as I take you down memory lane…
Creating a Family Economy: Ditching the Kid’s Allowances, Maybe
So, what is a “Family Economy?” It is learning about earning, saving, spending, and giving money with the safety of making mistakes within the family unit and making it very clear that money is something you must EARN. With that definition, why would you give an allowance? Isn’t that free money? Maybe.
“We need much less than we think we need.”― Maya Angelou
This is one of those quotes that speak volumes without too many words. We all have more things than we need, there’s no doubt about that. Upon realizing that, consider donating things, doing so will give you a little more space in your lives. More space to create, think, and be free. How does the saying go? One person's trash is another person's treasure.
The Value of Boredom
Have you ever heard the dreaded, “I’m B-O-R-E-D!”
I have. As a matter of fact, to be totally transparent, I also said, “I’m B-O-R-E-D,” a time or two in my childhood.
Now, as adults, we don't want kids to sit around bored for hours but believe it or not, there is a right and wrong way to handle the situation.
Pins, Needles, and Rub-a-Dub
How did you use your allowance?
My hard-earned, coveted money wasn't easy to part with. Still, when I was 13, I took my allowance and went to the 5&10 store and bought a pair of knitting needles, a skein of yarn, and a pamphlet on how to knit, and I dove in. The first two projects in the booklet were 1) a headband (to learn the knit stitch) and 2) a triangular headscarf (to learn how to add and subtract stitches as well as use the purl stitch.
Mine…no MINE!
We haven't ever heard THAT said before, have we? Of course not! But if we are honest with ourselves, chances are that we can remember a time or two that we said it during our childhood. Be honest…I won't tell. After all, I, too, can vividly remember many times. One time, I invited my teddy bears, bunnies, stuffed animals, and coveted doll to my tea party. My sister decided my doll didn't need to be part of my elaborate festivity and was whisked away for another adventure.
In the Kitchen
I admit it…I love to cook. Spaghetti, fries, salmon and anything in between. Let’s get our grand babies excited about creating masterpieces in the kitchen.
Grandmother’s Apron: Did You Know?
Growing up in a Polish American house provided the opportunity for an array of Polish cuisine. From homemade Polish sausage and pierogi to my favorite dessert, potiza, pronounced (paw-tee'-tzah). I remember it as a tasty bread with a sweet, nutty filling. As I reminisce about my favorite foods and memories, I picture my mom and grandma cooking diligently for the family feast. My grandma with her house dress and my mom in her slacks, both adorned with an apron. This nostalgic look at the past had me thinking about the lost item used in cooking, aprons. What were they used for, and why are they no longer in everyday use?
Intentional Grandparenting Series
These insightful books are designed to strengthen the bond between grandparents and their grandchildren, offering a fresh and humorous perspective on grandparenting. With a mix of wit and wisdom, CJ Corki addresses the common challenges faced by grandparents today, providing practical advice and engaging activities that make grandparenting both fun and meaningful.
