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Encouraging Learning and Growth in Grandchildren This Summer
July 19, 2021
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Written by Dr. Joannie DeBrito, Family Support Specialist “I’m bored.”“There’s nothing to do.”“I miss my friends.” Whether communicating virtually or spending time physically with your grandchildren, it’s likely that you’ve ...
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Grand Adventures this Summer
July 12, 2021
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Written by Deb del Villar, Director of Communications Summertime is usually a great time to have adventures with the grandkids. So what makes an adventure grand? The words “unusual”, “exciting”, ...
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Thoughts from Room 387
July 5, 2021
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Written by John Coulombe, Director of Development, Legacy Coalition Editor’s Note: As we get older, with doctor’s appointments dotting our calendars, and maybe even hospital visits and stays, contemplate these ...
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When the Grandchildren Ask Why
June 28, 2021
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Written by Carol Beaver, Church Advocate, Legacy Coalition The aroma of grilling burgers mingles with the fragrance of summer flowers. Flags fly from every lamppost, and red, white, and blue ...
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Remembering Dad
June 21, 2021
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Fathers have a tremendous influence in our lives. Charles F. Kettering says, “Every father should remember that one day his son will follow his example instead of his advice.” Terri ...
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Celebrating Father’s Day
June 14, 2021
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The celebration of Father’s Day began in the church. The first observance followed the 1907 mining disaster in Monongah, West Virginia. On that day, 361 men lost their lives, 250 ...
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Reflections of a New Grandma
June 7, 2021
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Written by Jane Larsen, Director of Connections, Legacy Coalition When I first accepted the invitation to share my experience being a new grandma, I thought it would be so easy. ...
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Take Time to Remember
May 31, 2021
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Written by Carol Beaver, Church Advocate, Legacy Coalition As a child, I looked forward to Decoration Day each year. Mom would put together a picnic lunch while my dad gathered ...
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Trust the Tracks from the Past
May 24, 2021
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Written by Sylvia Schroeder, blogger of When the House is Quiet One of my missionary colleagues gave me an illustration of life in the jungle. It held a punch that ...
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Four Truths About Childhood for Grandparents to Embrace
May 17, 2021
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Written by Barbara Reaoch, author, Director of the Children’s Division of Bible Study Fellowship International Vacation requests were approved and tickets bought. The beds were ready and the refrigerator was ...
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