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Grandmothers Are Like Snowflakes...No Two Are Alike
When a child is born, a miracle happens—someone becomes a grandmother! For first-time grandmas, beloved veterans, or grandmas-in-waiting, this warm, wonderful book captures all the joy and humor of one of a woman's most life-altering experiences. Heartwarming observations from such famous names as Margaret Mead, Jane Russell, and Margaret Thatcher; poems to copy and stick on the refrigerator; words of advice to "accidentally" leave on a daughter-in-law's kitchen table, suggestions to smooth the rough times or increase the joy, it's all here to read and treasure. Don't miss . . . • Special things only a grandmother can do • Family history a grandmother can pass on • A precious gift every child needs from a grandmother • Secret satisfactions a grandmother feels • How a grandmother can act even wiser than she is And more!
Mothers are Like Miracles
From the author of "Grandmothers Are Like Snowflakes" comes a Mother's Day gift packed with charm, gentle humor, and love, and guaranteed to warm the hearts of mothers both old and new. Illustrations.
Grandfathers Are Like Gold
In praise of grandfathers, a celebration of our everyday heroes Grandfathers Are Like Gold offers gems of hard-earned wisdom, advice, and lighthearted humor by and in honor of grandfathers. Full of insight and wit, Grandfathers Are Like Gold celebrates the delights of grandfatherhood -- from aging gracefully to spoiling grandchildren. Included are observations from well-known names, such as Garrison Keillor, Jimmy Carter, and Indira Gandhi; words of appreciation from grandkids of all ages; and heartfelt tributes to famous and not-so-famous heroes -- making this a collection sure to be cherished by grandfathers for all time.
Sisters Are Like Sunshine
From the author of "Mothers Are Like Miracles" and "Grandmothers Are Like Snowflakes" comes a heartwarming collection of quotations, gentle advice, and hilarious observations about sisters. Line art.
Merry Wives and Others
In many ways, the history of domestic humor writing is also a history of domestic life in the twentieth century. For many years, domestic humor was written primarily by females; significant contributions from male writers began as times and family structures changed. It remains timeless because of its basis on the relationships between husbands and wives, parents and children, houses and inhabitants, pets and their owners, chores and their doers, and neighbors. This work is a historical and literary survey of humorists who wrote about home. It begins with a chapter on the social context of and attitudes toward traditional domestic roles and housewives. The following chapters, beginning with ...
The Quotable Mom
"Everyone has had a mother, and most of us would admit that these women have profoundly affected our lives. The Quotable Mom gathers together some of the wisest and most memorable words ever written or spoken about and by the women who gave birth to us. This well-rounded volume includes quotes from individuals as diverse as Mick Jagger, Ann Landers, Mother Teresa, and Beatrix Potter. This gem of a book makes the perfect gift for any mother or grandmother. It is a heartwarming and inspiring collection of humorous, profound, thoughtful, and compelling remarks and observations by and about mothers and their children."--Publisher description.
Chicken Soup for the Soul: Grandparents
There’s a special bond between grandparents and their grandchildren, and an unconditional love that is truly special. Whether an experienced grandparent, or a grandparent-to-be, you’ll enjoy these 101 heartwarming, amusing and inspirational stories. The moment a grandchild is born, a grandparent is born too. This collection is full of stories by grandparents about being a grandparent, and grandchildren about their grandparents. Personal stories about legacies and traditions, a grandparent’s wisdom and lessons from grandchildren as well as the joys and challenges of grandparenting will touch your heart and tickle your funny bone.
Chicken Soup for the Grandparent's Soul
In this latest addition to the Chicken Soup family, children and grandchildren will relive memories of their parents and grandparents as they read stories of love, humor and wisdom.
Wells of Wisdom
The essays in this book stress the importance of grandparents as bearers of the history, the values, and the traditions of each of the tribal units . . . The essays in this book take us into different tribal gatherings with their stories of family struggles and growth. They invite us to explore our memories of what we have experienced with our own grandparents and what we might yet find time to do with succeeding generations. We are shaped by our past and we have the capacity to shape those that come after us. What an opportunity; what a challenge. --from the Foreword by James M. Wall, former editor and president of The Christian Century Foundation A distinguished group of Catholic and Prote...
A Taste of Chicken Soup for the Grandparent's Soul
To get through some problems, things that spring up in the hustle and bustle of daily life, sometimes we need to go to the wisest, kindest people we know. And who has a gentler touch than a grandparent? They offer us comfort, share their knowledge with us, and make us feel like we're the most special thing in the world. Filled with stories to open the hearts and rekindle the spirit, this pocket-sized collectioncelebrates the special relationships we have with grandparents. We hope you enjoy it as much as we do.
