Thoughts From a "Lost Canadian" About Unique Things About Quebec

As I've been writing, since the middle of April when I learned I am a "Lost Canadian", I've been learning about Canada. While I have learned many things, there clearly are a great many things I still do not know and have yet to learn. Today I'm sharing some of the unique things I've learned online about the Canadian Province of Quebec (which is another place in Canada where my ancestors are from!) . . .

Grandparent's Day Gift Idea - Don't Worry: It is Impossible to Spoil Grandchildren

 

Grandparents Day is September 13th this year - and yes, it is a real holiday! If you are looking for a gift for a grandparent you love to help them make the most of handing down confident faith, consider this book, Don't Worry:  It is Impossible to Spoil Grandchildren  - and it is available on Kindle and as a print version on Amazon! While it is a great book for grandparents, it is not only for grandparents as if you are a parent, aunt, uncle, or someone who works with children, this book is for you, too.

Try Pair Eyewear and Save $25!

The last time I had to get new glasses, I decided to try Pair Eyewear. This line of glasses was designed to have magnetic top frames which you are able to change out for an entirely new look and style - it is SUCH a fantastic idea! It is like getting an entirely new pair of glasses for only $25 or $30 - the cost of a new topper. I have to say, I absolutely LOVE Pair Eyewear!

World Elephant Day!

 

Today is a special day, it is World Elephant Day! I personally love elephants - especially Pygmy Elephants (which, yes, are a real thing), so a day to focus on and celebrate these amazing animals is certainly a day worth celebrating! Let's start with some fun elephant facts, did you know . . .

Thoughts From a "Lost Canadian" About Unique Things About New Brunswick

Since the middle of April when I learned I am a "Lost Canadian", I've been learning about Canada. While I have learned many things,  there clearly are a great many things I still do not know and have yet to learn. Today I'm sharing some of the unique things I've learned online about the Canadian Province of New Brunswick (which is another place in Canada where my ancestors are from!) . . .

Grandparent's Day Gift Idea - The DNA of Grandparents & Parents Who Hand Down Confident Faith

   

Grandparents Day is September 13th this year - and yes, it is a real holiday! If you are looking for a gift for a grandparent you love to help them make the most of handing down confident faith, consider this book - The DNA of Grandparents & Parents Who Hand Down Confident Faith.

In this book I look at how our physical DNA is a truly amazing and essential part of who we are, as it holds the "code" or instructions for the things which make us unique as well as for the things we share. It connects us with the generations who came before us; as well as with those who come behind. It is the core of who we are physically. 

Today is Son & Daughter Day

I do not need a special day to be thankful for and to remember the joy my daughter, son, daughter-in-law, and grands bring to my life, but today is Son & Daughter Day . . . the day to celebrate our sons and daughters! 

It also happens to be a great evening to watch the Perseid meteor shower and, since yesterday was also 'Smores Day, one way you might celebrate together is by making 'smores - it won't matter for it to be one day after 'Smores Day.

So, on this Sons & Daughters Day, let's take a moment to look at some interesting, fun facts - did you know . . .

Please Stand Up & Speak Up

 

I have posted this a few times, but with all the things which are happening in our world, I'm sharing it again today. I write grandma's cookie jar to provide ideas for ways grandmas - and grandpas, moms, and dads might connect the children they love with God and build strong, loving relationships. I share recipes, book reviews, fun facts, and more - I try to stay away from politics. But not today. People I know and love live in fear. People I do not know live in fear - and some are dying at the hands of our government - in our country and now around the world. Our government is drowning in corruption and the trump-epstein files causes great concern. I can not stay silent. I do not believe Jesus would be silent, either. So, I am sharing images I found on instagram - they say what I am thinking.

Thoughts From a "Lost Canadian" About Unique Things About Newfoundland and Labrador

Since the middle of April when I learned I am a "Lost Canadian", I've been learning about Canada. While I have learned many things,  there clearly are a great many things I still do not know and have yet to learn. Today I'm sharing some of the unique things I've learned online about the Canadian Province of Newfoundland and Labrador . . .

A Fun Resource for the Ones You Love

 

August is Family Fun Month, so Generations Quest ~ Cultivate the Faith is a great resource to help families have fun with a purpose. It provides 52 weeks of lessons grandparents/ parents will be able to use to engage our grandchildren/children in learning how to love, know, and walk with God!

Each week there is a science activity which will engage children and connect them to the point of the Bible event. They will learn about Bible people and how to pray the Psalms back to God along with fun activities which are just for fun!

"Grandmas are Filled with Love from the Bottom of their Feet to the Tippy of Their Heads!"

As I have mentioned a time or two on this blog (or maybe more) I enjoy reading the "memories" section on my facebook page each morning. When my grands were little, I wrote on facebook the cute things they said and did, now thanks to "memories" I am able to enjoy those things all over again whenever they show up on my page! Yesterday I was reminded of something my then five year old grand said; "Grandmas are filled with love from the bottom of their feet to the tippy of their heads!"

Today is National S'mores Day

Today is National S'mores Day, and if you are looking for a fun recipe you could make with your grandchildren to celebrate children and fun, look at this recipe  for S'mores I found on  Pinterest! Follow the link for the recipe and plan to make these with your grandchildren on Children's Day! 

Thoughts From a "Lost Canadian" About the Benefits and Challenges of Having Duel Citizenship

When I learned I am a "Lost Canadian" it was an automatic thought of how thrilled and happy I was to be able to having duel citizenship with Canada - and the USA. But, as with any big thing in our lives, there are benefits and challenges which are important for us to know about before making those big decisions. Today I'm writing what I've learned about the benefits and challenges of having duel citizenship.

Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park's Permanent Chihuly Collection

For the past 15 days I have been writing about Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park's special Dale Chihuly exhibit which you are able to enjoy now through November 1st just outside of Grand Rapids, Michigan. I thought it would be interesting to share with you some information I found online about each of the pieces/displays which make up Chihuly at Meijer, and have been doing so. The Chihuly exhibit is quite a wonderful thing to experience - all the color, design, shapes - absolutely enjoyable exhibit for sure! And, while the exhibit throughout the sculpture park is half way through it's time at Meijer Garden (it will be there until November 1st, so there is still time to enjoy it), the inside Chihuly Radiant Forms will be available to enjoy through January 10th inside the Sculpture Gallery. 

Today I want to write about the Chihuly art which is part of the permanent collection at Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park - you will be able to see them any time you visit -