Make a Difference

Recently I learned some interesting and wonderful things about my great grandpa Badgerow. He was orphaned the day before his 11th birthday, raised by his sisters, finished the 8th grade and became a small business man - had a grocery store/gas station in Sparta, MI. When the banks were seized by the state of Michigan and ended up taking half of depositor's money in the 1930's, he could have lost heart and quit in despair, but he didn't. He extended credit to families and let them get food from his store when they didn't have the money to pay for the food.

Pair Eyewear - The Northern Lights Stained Glass

I've been sharing with you the Top Frames I have from Pair Eyewear - today I'm happy to let you know about another of their Winter Wonderland Limited Edition Top Frames - The Northern Lights Stained Glass which you will find at this link! The first time I saw these I loved all the color, the designs, and the unique look - it is SO much fun - and it really does make me think of stained glass.

Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park - Best in the Country in 2023 & 2024, So Let's Vote for it in 2025!

I am blessed to live in West Michigan - the home of Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park. From time to time I post about it here on grandma's cookie jar - for good reason . . . it is an amazing place! For the past two years my husband I and got a Grandparents & Guest Membership - we are able to go as often as we like, bring our grands, and a guest with us - which is something we have done a lot - nearly every week - over the past two years! It is almost time for us to renew our membership and we are absolutely doing so!

Friday is - Belly Laugh Day

Today I am happy to share with you another fun silly holiday on Friday - "Belly Laugh Day" which is a day to chuckle, laugh, and celebrate the good things in life. 

My grands - all three of them, fully understand what it means to have a good, belly laugh! This, "holiday" is described as:

Pair Eyewear - The Ruby Sparkle

I got my Pair Eyewear at America's Best and the base frame I chose was the clear Wanda with The Ruby Sparkle top frame. I wasn't sure if I was going to like the Ruby Sparkle, but now I have it, I have to say it is SO pretty! I love the shade of red and the sparkle is just right - they combine for a really pretty top frame - you will find it at this link. 

Today is National Hugging Day!

With all the stress and sadness from yesterday, if ever we needed a day to hug, today is it for sure. Today is National Hugging Day - now this is a holiday for grandmas for sure! I LOVE this one! I looked on-line at punchbowl (dot) com and found the following information about National Hugging Day; "Today is National Hugging Day! Whether you prefer Bear Hugs, Heart-to-Heart Hugs, Cheek Hugs, or Side Hugs, embrace your loved ones today to show your love and affection.

Pair Eyewear - The Icy Viper

There are many things I love about Pair Eyewear, but one is how every week on Wednesday they release new limited edition designs! I have a few limited editions - the Icy Viper is one from the Winter Wonderland collection, and it is SO pretty! You will find it at this link.

Friday, January 24th is Talk like a Grizzled Prospector Day

Yes, I know Friday is a few days away, but I wanted to let you know about this fun day so you are able to plan to celebrate it with the children you love. "Talk like a Grizzled Prospector Day" is on Friday and I did find a link online for how you can talk like a grizzled prospector! Here are a few prospector-type words and their definitions . . . and you'll find the complete list at this link. Prospector Talk for Beginners . . .

Pair Eyewear - The Berry Jam Hexagon Top Frame

At first glance, this top frame from pair eyewear may look like it is just a pretty berry/plum/purple color, but just wait a moment! When I move or the light shines on me, color pops across the frame as this no ordinary colored frame, it is The Berry Jam Hexagon Top Frame! Talk about color, pizazz, spunk, sparkle, and fun - this top frame is absolutely all these things!

just for fun . . . Today - January 19th - is Popcorn Day!

WooHoo!!! This is a day I am happy to celebrate for sure as I am a definite "fan" of  popcorn! While there is debate and confusion as to who actually began this "holiday", I for one am one who is most willing to celebrate it!

I found the following ideas for ways to celebrate Popcorn Day on Popcorn.com . . .

Pair Eyewear - The Boketh Hearts

My glasses finally arrived! I am SO happy and ready to start letting you know about some of the amazing top frames available from pair eyewear. The first top I'm sharing with you today is The Boketh Hearts from their Valentines Day Limited Edition Collection.

Today is National Gourmet Coffee Day

In my family we have people who love coffee. Did I write, "love"? I should have put people who "LOVE" coffee! Yes, coffee is enjoyed in my family for sure, so a day to celebrate gourmet coffee (the type we drink) seems like something we must celebrate - although every day is absolutely a day to celebrate gourmet coffee!

I thought it would be fun to look up some gourmet coffee fun facts - did you know . . . 

Hold a Snow-A-Palooza!

If you live where you have snow, then consider planning to hold a Snow-A-Palooza for the children you love! What is a Snow-A-Palooza, you ask? Well, basically it is a lot of "fun" in the snow! What kind of "fun"? Consider the following options . . . 

Today January 16th is National Appreciate a Dragon Day!

Now we all know while there are some actual dragons in our world, such as the Blue Dragons (Blue Glaucus - check my book Blue Dragons, Red Pandas, Hoopoes & More at this link to learn about these amazing and interesting real dragons!), and Bearded Dragons, there are not really giant reptiles which are able to fly and breathe fire. However, the idea of real dragons is interesting and can certainly add an element of fun to a story or movie - or an element of shock as well!