February 09, 2012

Be the Change You Want To See in the World

"Be the Change You Want to See in the World" Ghandi This is the third year that I have included this message with my Christmas greeting card. I also attach it to my work email. When people are rude,… more >

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December 21, 2011

Best apps for Kids in 2011

Starfall ABCs is at the top of my list. This is an application for iphone and ipad. Children learn the letters and sounds with fascinating graphics attached to each letter. It is fun and kids learn while having fun. You… more >

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December 10, 2011

Best Toys for Children

Oppenheim Toy Portfolio is the best place to find great toys for kids. If you are tired of looking a rows and rows of junk in the stores, go to the Oppenheim website and look at the award winning toys for 2011.

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October 25, 2011

Traveling Grandma Exercise Program

New Exercise Program that is guaranteed to help you lose something,I am not sure what. After spending too many evening in South Beach drinking Mojitos, I decided to start a new exercise program today. I started out with… more >

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July 28, 2011

Traveling with a Kind Heart or The Journey

I will begin with a confession. Although I may look calm on the outside, I have not been a patient air traveler. Because I am a counselor and an educator, some would assume that I would be more understanding, more patient,… more >

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June 29, 2011

Financial Crisis

The Financial crisis is real. We are told that we have a financial crisis looming on Aug.2,2011. Congress should be working all day and night to get an agreement.

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June 02, 2011

Herding Cats for the Dance

Herding Cats is the only way to describe a recent dance rehearsal for four and five year olds. The rehearsal was for hip hop, ballet and tap. Just picture small children going in many directions, wearing strange hats and… more >

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May 12, 2011

Mothers and Their Advice

Mother's Day has come and gone and although my mother passed many years ago, I still carry her spirit with me. She was the one who told me to 1. Treat others as you want to be treated 2. Always tell the truth 3.… more >

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April 27, 2011

Racism rears its Ugly Head

The ugly head of racism is a comb-over and a bad one on Donald Trump. Who would have thought that he would be the one to appeal to racists by attacking the birth and now the academic credentials of our first Black President.… more >

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March 06, 2011

War on Americans

There is a war on Americans. We have a deficit and now the programs that are being cut are programs that will help the poor, the elderly and the middle class. We have seen a huge tax break to the wealthy (some who say that… more >

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February 21, 2011

Let's tell the truth about Social Security

The Social Security Trust Fund has been raided. Let's do the research and tell the truth.

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January 18, 2011

Bullying

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January 06, 2011

My Wishes for 2011

Be the Change You Want to See in the World My Wish is That Americans will... 1. Start reading and stop listening to the negative talk on radio and television 2. Evaluate and think about what is truly happening in… more >

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December 02, 2010

Restore Unemployment Benefits

Am I crazy to think that Congress will do something to help the millions of people who are unemployed whose benefits are running out?! At the same time they are also considering continuing the low tax rates for the… more >

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November 05, 2010

The Cost of the War

Follow this link to see why we are broke! Copy and paste it into your browser. http://costofwar.com/

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October 25, 2010

Reading is Important

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October 13, 2010

If it Fits it Ships

We are all faced with the problem of transporting ourselves and our clothes across the county. I have shipped bags via FedEx when I had multiple trips and did not want to pay for my bags each time I boarded a plane. On a… more >

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June 10, 2010

ADHD and Parenting

The scene is familiar and the parents sitting across the desk are sharing the same story that I have heard too many times. They are telling me that their child has ADHD, and is on medication. Although the child is now twelve… more >

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June 03, 2010

More on the Oil Spill

http://www.fastcompany.com/1646820/could-the-gulf-oil-spill-could-cleaned-up-by-supertankers

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May 14, 2010

The Oil Spill in the Gulf

The Oil Spill is growing and I wonder if anyone is paying attention. A recent poll stated that 60% of Americans still support drilling. Are we stupid, uniformed or crazy? Gallons of oil are pouring into the Gulf of… more >

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April 25, 2010

Traveling with Children- a tip

I just returned from Orlando after a trip with my grand-children ages 3.6 and 17 months. We visited Sea World twice. My grandson has an interest in "killer whales" so we also saw the Shamu Show two times.… more >

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March 16, 2010

Child Behavior - a Tip

As I work with parents and teachers I remind them that they need to look at the purpose of the behavior or the function of the behavior. Behavior is the result of 1.Attention or 2.Escape/Avoidance If you understand… more >

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February 11, 2010

White House Comment Line closed due to Weather

Today, I wrote the President at the White House and tried calling. I found that the comment line is closed due to inclement weather. Here is what I wanted to say. 1. Today it was reported that Foreclosures are at an all… more >

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January 27, 2010

A Better World for Our Grandchildren

We want a world where our children can live in health and safety and pursue their goals. We are worried that this future is very uncertain. Jobs have been lost or shifted to China and India. I recently read a New York… more >

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January 16, 2010

Haiti

It has to be said. While most Americans' hearts are breaking for the people of Haiti, we do have some who are truly "the Ugly Americans". Rush Limbaugh, Bill O'Reilly, and the usual suspects from Fox… more >

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December 14, 2009

Christmas Challenge

Let's consider how we can reach out and help others this Christmas. Do we need any more gifts- perfume,scarves, ties, purses, etc? Can we make a contribution to a women's shelter, a food bank? Can we give the gift… more >

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October 26, 2009

Power of Fear and Politics

Apparently Americans are fearful. We have a new president who is more than qualified for the job but he looks different, so some people are fearful. They want the old America where only white males could hold power. Our… more >

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October 26, 2009

See my latest writing on hubpages.com

I have written two new hubs The Power of Fear and Politics Grandparents that Do and Some that Don't

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September 22, 2009

http://factcheck.org/

Go to http://factcheck.org/ for truth about Healthcare reform

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September 18, 2009

Will Congress Read the Health Bill

I am for Health Care, for all but here are my concerns. Congress writes bills that they don't read. They have admitted that they don't read the bills and usually it results in a "Whoops!" somewhere down the… more >

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August 29, 2009

More on Oatmeal Kisses

Wet Oatmeal Kisses The baby is teething. The children are fighting. Your husband just called and said, “Eat dinner without me.” One of these days you’ll explode and shout to the kids, “Why don’t you grow up and act your… more >

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August 29, 2009

Oatmeal Kisses

Enjoy this poem http://www.homemakersbychoice.org/pdf/OatmealKisses.pdf

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August 13, 2009

Babies Away

I have to tell you about this national service that rents cribs, car seats, high chairs, toys, etc. We have used the service in New Orleans several times and it is wonderful. They deliver, set up and then pick up. Everything… more >

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July 23, 2009

Going through Airport Security

This week I had to help my daughter and children get through airport security in NOLA. The agent that issued the pass wanted to know why she needed help!! Is she crazy?? A baby and a two year old who have to have their shoes… more >

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July 06, 2009

How to get a concussion on the plane without leaving your seat

Things that drive me crazy when traveling Why do some people recline their seats when you know there is no room behind them? My husband was looking in his bag for a book and almost suffered a concussion when the… more >

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July 02, 2009

Be The Change

I am now in New Orleans after traveling all spring from Las Vegas to Chicago to D.C. to Phoenix (2x) and back and forth. I am the person on the plane who will sit next to a mother with children. When they sit down next… more >

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June 18, 2009

Grandparents Staying In Touch

Let's get some ideas about how we can keep connected with our grandchildren. I send cards with stickers, my picture and a short message. Children love to get mail. Tell me what you do....

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April 28, 2009

Phoenix and Las Vegas

I just returned from Phoenix and fun with my college friends. We call ourselves the Phoenix Phillies and our mission is FUN. Spa treatments at the Phoenician and dancing and dinner at a Warren's Jazz Bistro in Gilbert. If… more >

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April 08, 2009

What am I Doing?

Ok, I am back in Las Vegas. I returned at the end of March, then my daughter and grandchildren arrived, then my husband, then my son-in-law left, then my husband left and then I flew with my daughter and two children (two… more >

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March 19, 2009

Life in D.C. or why can't Congress read?!

This is my third and final week in D.C and then back to Las Vegas. This is how I have survived. Chuck bought me the large print version of the Metro Guide. I have been wearing my Nike Jacket that has pockets that… more >

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March 03, 2009

Where is My Shoe ?

Ok, I know that we are going through tough times but it appears that shoes are coming up missing from some baggage after airline travel. Is it the TSA searching through bags and forgetting to put back the shoes? I recently… more >

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February 10, 2009

Be The Change You Want to See in The World

Be The Change You Want To See In the World- Ghandhi For two years I have sent this out on my holiday greeting cards. What exactly does this mean? We are now facing a financial crisis that makes us feel helpless? Are we… more >

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February 05, 2009

Article on Spanking Children

Take a look at this article posted on Hub pages... Spanking Does Not Work by Dr. Marie L. Wallace It is amazing that in the ... to re-visit the topic. Okay, now I know you are saying “spanking is not child abuse, but… more >

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January 17, 2009

History in the Making- Barack Obama

This week-end begins a history making event- a New President- Our 44th President- Barack Obama. I will have a good seat and will be following the events on TV. Yes, the traveling grandma will not be in D.C. in person, but my… more >

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January 09, 2009

Latest Food Recalls

Here is a website that you will want to check. <a href=”http://www.fsis.usda.gov/FSIS_RECALLS/target=”_blank”>Food Recalls</a> My family didn't call me Safety Sam for naught! What a title-… more >

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December 18, 2008

Crib Recall- Warning

Hello again. I am re-posting this link to an article in the Chicago Tribune about Crib Dangers. Take a look. http://www.chicagotribune.com/business/chi-070921crib-story,0,4834683.story

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December 10, 2008

Week 4 in Chicago

Hello again! It is cold, snowy, dark but this new baby makes everything sunny. I am doing the chauffeur duty every day taking the two year old to pre-school. I had to re-visit my snow driving skills along with my diapering… more >

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November 19, 2008

Hidden Crib Dangers

One of my goals in starting the blog in My Traveling Grandma was to provide information for parents and Grandparents. The link is to an article recently published in the Chicago Tribune on the danger of cribs. Many… more >

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November 15, 2008

Friends are Great!

Yesterday I had a lunch for some dear friends that I have know for over 40 years (oh yes!). We had a wonderful time having talking about world events and sharing our information on the latest in "photo… more >

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November 13, 2008

In Chicago

Visiting my pregnant daughter and her husband. They invited me to visit and help. Who will survive the next few weeks? The baby is due before Thanksgiving

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November 02, 2008

Grandmother's Unite

This is my first blog entry and yes, I am excited. Hope you enjoy the wealth of information and wisdom offered by our community.

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