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One of the best things in an older person\u2019s life is their grandchildren. I know so many people who are grandparents and are over the moon about their grandchildren. They like to spend as much time as possible with them and miss them if they live far away or aren\u2019t around as much. Of course, they love spoiling them; what grandparent doesn\u2019t? Still, there are some practical ways you can show your grands that you love them. Here are some ideas to show your love.<\/p>\n
Spend some quality time with your grandchildren.\u00a0By quality\u00a0time, I mean\u00a0doing something together where you interact and can have conversations.\u00a0Make sure\u00a0it\u2019s something you both enjoy, like going on a hike, doing a craft, or making a favorite dessert.<\/span><\/p>\n In this world of technology, sending your grandchildren a quick email or text is easy. Still, it isn\u2019t the most personal way to connect. Instead, sit down and take some time to write a heartfelt letter to your grandchildren. You can do this for a group and express your\u00a0<\/span>heartfelt<\/span>\u00a0love for all of them, or you can write each of them a letter individually to let them know how special they are and how much you love them. You can share your favorite memories with them, what you hope for them in the\u00a0<\/span>future,<\/span>\u00a0and your favorite qualities that they have. Your letter will become a cherished keepsake.<\/span><\/p>\n Photo credit: GettyImages\/jacoblund<\/span><\/p>\n Sit down and compile a cookbook together with your favorite family recipes.\u00a0<\/span>To make it even more special,<\/span>\u00a0hire someone to create a professional cover and format the interior.<\/span>\u00a0Then, upload it to Amazon and have it printed without publishing it. That way, you can print copies for friends and family without it being on sale to the public.<\/span><\/p>\n Sit<\/span>\u00a0down and<\/span>\u00a0write a story with your grandchildren about them and how special your bond is. Have them create the illustrations. Once again, to make it even more special, hire someone to create a professional cover for it and format the interior. Then, set up an Amazon KDP account and decide whether you want to publish it\u00a0<\/span>or not<\/span>.<\/span><\/p>\n Set up a day to go out, just you and your grandchildren. This could be a trip to the zoo, the children\u2019s museum, or even an amusement park or shopping complex.\u00a0<\/span>This<\/span>\u00a0will show them how much you love spending quality time with them.<\/span><\/p>\n There is nothing more powerful than praying for your grandkids. Ask the Lord to help them, guide them, and guard them.<\/span><\/p>\n Praying with them about things that\u00a0<\/span>are bothering<\/span>\u00a0them is another priceless way\u00a0<\/span>that you can<\/span>\u00a0show them you love them.<\/span><\/p>\n Making their favorite meals is also a great way to show your love.\u00a0Many times, there\u00a0are dishes our\u00a0grandmothers\u00a0make that are hard to duplicate.\u00a0We try to, but it\u2019s not quite the same. For me, it\u2019s my grandmother\u2019s buttermilk cookies. Food brings us together and is a great way to show your love.<\/span><\/p>\n Design a treasure hunt according to your grandchildren\u2019s interests. You can do this in your backyard or\u00a0<\/span>even in<\/span>\u00a0your home if it\u2019s raining.<\/span><\/p>\n Do your grandchildren live far away, or are they at college or even in the military? Then, send them a care package with some of their favorite things and\u00a0<\/span>some<\/span>\u00a0handwritten notes.\u00a0<\/span>This<\/span>\u00a0will brighten their day and make them feel even more connected to you.<\/span><\/p>\n Gather your favorite memories via photo and use a site like Shutterfly to make a book. My best friend did this for me and my husband after our wedding. Your grandkids will love\u00a0<\/span>being able to look<\/span>\u00a0back at all the memories they have made with you and will cherish the book forever.<\/span><\/p>\n Have a movie night with your grandkids and snuggle up\u00a0<\/span>together<\/span>\u00a0with blankets and their favorite snacks. They will love spending time with you.<\/span><\/p>\n When you are talking with your grandkids, actively listen to them and ask questions to let them know you hear them and are paying attention.<\/span><\/p>\n If you know a skill, trade, or have a favorite hobby, share that with your grandchildren. Teach them how to bake, change the oil in a car, and\u00a0<\/span>how to<\/span>\u00a0change a\u00a0<\/span>tire,<\/span>\u00a0or build something, for example. They will appreciate it later on in life.<\/span><\/p>\n Photo credit: \u00a9GettyImages\/Zinkevych<\/span><\/p>\n Share something fun with your grandkids every day. Send them a funny meme, share an article about something they like, or tell them about your day.<\/span><\/p>\n Take a week in the summer and have your kids stay with you for \u201ccamp.\u201d\u00a0Plan the activities and other things you will do together ahead of time.<\/span><\/p>\n Take each of your grandkids out or have them over one at a time so you can spend some one-on-one time with them. This way, you can focus on them alone and not have to worry about the other children in your care. Your grandkids will feel\u00a0<\/span>special<\/span>\u00a0and loved by having this time with you.<\/span><\/p>\n If you can still drive, as your grandkids get older, offer to take them to after-school practices and activities. Your grandkids will love\u00a0<\/span>being picked up<\/span>\u00a0at school, and their parents will be very grateful for the help.<\/span><\/p>\n Kids love getting mail, so send them something once a month.\u00a0<\/span>This<\/span>\u00a0could be a card, a letter, or even a\u00a0<\/span>special<\/span>\u00a0subscription box that correlates with one of their favorite interests.<\/span><\/p>\n Make sure you connect with your grandkids\u00a0<\/span>on a weekly basis<\/span>.\u00a0<\/span>This<\/span>\u00a0can be via email, text, face timing, or a phone call. Let them know their importance to you by carving out time for them every week.<\/span><\/p>\n If you have the means, monitor airfares and fly your grandchildren out to see you when you find a\u00a0<\/span>good<\/span>\u00a0price.<\/span><\/p>\n If you live far away, celebrate your grandkid\u2019s birthdays by baking a cake together via video chat. You can make a small cake while your grandchild and their parents can go whole hog on a two-tier, fully decorated cake.\u00a0<\/span>Make sure you bake and decorate your cake together via Facetime on your tablet or laptop\u00a0<\/span>if possible<\/span>.<\/span><\/p>\n You can do this in several ways.\u00a0<\/span>Hallmark has recordable storybooks where you can read the story and it\u00a0<\/span>will<\/span>\u00a0record your voice.<\/span>\u00a0You can also record yourself reading it and send it to your grandkids on their phone. I read an article about a grandma who started her own YouTube channel, and she records herself reading storybooks to her grandchildren who live far away. I think this is very cool.<\/span><\/p>\n Photo credit: \u00a9GettyImages\/Edwin Tan<\/span><\/p>\n Once again<\/span>, if you find cheap airfare<\/span>, book a flight and\u00a0visit your grandchildren.<\/span>\u00a0They will appreciate the time and effort it took to spend time with them.<\/span><\/p>\n If you live close by, spend an afternoon reading their favorite books to them.<\/span><\/p>\n There are many practical ways you can spend time with your grandkids, both near and far, to show them you love them. Choose a few options from the list above and start planning how you are going to spend your time the next time you are together.<\/p>\n Photo credit: \u00a9GettyImages\/andreswd<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n2.\u00a0<\/span>Write a Letter from the Heart<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n
3.<\/span>\u00a0Make a Cookbook Together<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n
4. Make a Personalized Storybook<\/strong><\/h2>\n
5. Plan a Special Date<\/strong><\/h2>\n
6.\u00a0<\/span>Pray for Them<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n
7.\u00a0<\/span>Pray with Them<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n
8.\u00a0<\/span>Cook Their Favorite Meals<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n
9.\u00a0<\/span>Plan a Treasure Hunt<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n
10.\u00a0<\/span>Send\u00a0a Care Package<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n
11.\u00a0<\/span>Make a Memory Book<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n
12.\u00a0<\/span>Have a Movie Night<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n
13.\u00a0<\/span>Actively Listen<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n
14.\u00a0<\/span>Teach Them How to Do Something<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n
15.<\/span>\u00a0Share Things with Them Every Day<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n
16. Have a Grandparent\/Grandkids Camp<\/strong><\/h2>\n
17. Spend Time with Them One-On-One<\/strong><\/h2>\n
18.\u00a0<\/span>Take Them to Practice and Activities<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n
19.\u00a0<\/span>Send\u00a0Them Mai<\/span><\/strong>l<\/span><\/h2>\n
20. Connect Weekly<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n
21.\u00a0<\/span>Fly Them Out to See You<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n
22.\u00a0<\/span>Share Cake on Everyone\u2019s Birthday<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n
23. Record a Story<\/strong><\/h2>\n
24<\/span>.\u00a0<\/span>Go<\/span>\u00a0Visit<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n
25<\/span>.\u00a0<\/span>Read<\/span>\u00a0a Book to Them<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n