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It takes a village to raise a child -- and that village begins with grandparents: we're the foundation of unconditional love, family legacy, community culture, and hope. And GRAND magazine is our flagship. We eagerly encourage discussion on all the topics listed.

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We ask for respect, civility, compassion, and patience...and we promise to give the same.... more

Just wondered.....

I am new here. I am not here to whine or to drag anyone, kicking and screaming to a "pity party." I do not engage in self pity as it is counter productive. But I do wonder if anyone here has had co... | posted by littlenanalost

5 replies - last reply: "You are not alone when it comes to... more" ~ newground

Survey..

Which of the four lessons below do you feel is the most important to instill in your grandchildren? A. Work ethic B. Civic responsibility C. Global issues D. Other - please share | posted by aarped

3 replies - last reply: "I believe that sharing my values... more" ~ RobinRG

Kids & Reality TV Shows

Does it bother anyone else that we have a growing number of reality TV shows featuring kids? And now find out the Balloon Boy was a stunt for publicity! | posted by RobinRG

4 replies - last reply: "Glad to know I'm not alone. I'm... more" ~ RobinRG

Grandson and Basketball

My g/s has decide to play basketball now that his season of football is over. On his try outs, he did great. The coach was quite impressed with him, and put him in the starting game. Don't know whe... | posted by blueyes53

1 reply - last reply: "GRANDparents play such an important... more" ~ ChristineCrosby1

Helping your grandchild out financially

I'm working on a story on a "trend" for grandparents to share their money with their grandchildren during their lifetime (as opposed to the more traditional will-left for the future monies) so they... | posted by bgoslow

1 reply - last reply: "If you've got the money to share,... more" ~ blueyes53

GRANDSON WINS FOOTBALL GAME

My grandson is quarter back for his team, and lead them to victory on Sat. 53 to nothing, that's kicking some butt. "lol" So proud of him. He's 11 and wants to be a football player when he's older.... | posted by blueyes53

2 replies - last reply: "He's deff. my pride and joy, but so... more" ~ blueyes53

Thank you GRAND!

Thanks for the wonderful article and beautiful photos on Crystal Gayle and grandson, Elijah. Keep up the good work! | posted by RobinRG

1 reply - last reply: "I've always like Crystal Gayle and... more" ~ ChristineCrosby1

Please.... someone help?

I am new here and as yet, I have not told my story in detail. It is insidious. It is so "out there" that I oftentimes feel like there are two of me- the one who was and the one I see in the mirror.... | posted by littlenanalost

1 reply - last reply: "This is just my opinion, but I'd... more" ~ blueyes53

Kiss a GRANDparent!

It doesn't have you to be your grandparent...just walk up to a GRANDparent you know and give them a kiss! Granparents are the now the primary caregivers for nearly 6 million children in this countr... | posted by ChristineCrosby1

1 reply - last reply: "So true Christine. I don't have any... more" ~ blueyes53

to all neat grandparents

my granddaughter is angelica and she is going to be 2 in oct she is a hoot like her granddad.took her to the circus last night it was her first.i also have grandson but i donot see him much he is g... | posted by tcandeyman

2 replies - last reply: "Being a grandparent has been one of... more" ~ blueyes53

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