Grandmothers

As we’ve previously noted, demographic changes mean that some of us may never have the experience of being a grandparent. But if you are a grandparent or will become one, you’re in good company. Worldwide, it’s estimated that 20% of the population- about 1.5 billion people- are grandparents. For those…

There’s no doubt that tremendous demographic changes are occurring in the size and shape of families, both in the United States and around the world. For sure, fewer babies are being born. The Wall Street Journal reports that economic and social obstacles mean 15% fewer babies are being born in…

If you’re exhausted from this summer’s heat and fantasizing about curling up on the couch with a blanket and a good book this fall, we’ve got some great new suggestions for you. We’re now in the season of fall book recommendations from a variety of sources, as the most exciting…

How many of you daydream about vacation or better yet retirement on a sunny deck overlooking the ocean, coffee (or chardonnay) in hand, perhaps the latest best-selling hard copy book (no Kindle for you) sitting in your lap over an ivory cashmere throw you’re using to keep your legs warm?…

With Mother’s Day just a short time from now, and with the ongoing supply chain problems and postal service delays we’ve all experienced (not to mention reduced buying power due to inflation), we all need some ideas for easy, affordable, and accessible ways to celebrate the moms, grandmas and other…