PASSION FOREVER

When I was young chap my grandma, now 94 years of age, taught me how treat others. She did not do so by telling me what was right or wrong, but rather by observing how she interacted with people of all ages. She would speak to and carry on with individuals the same way no matter what their age happened to be. Best of all she would make people laugh either along with her, or at something funny she had done. She utilized that laughter in almost all situations in her life. Of course, when things went well it came easy for her but when things were not so great she would still use it as well. It aided her in keep on going and moving forward. When I looked at her care for my grandpa for over two years in their house, when he was in his last stage of cancer, every single day she would make him laugh. She never treated him as if he was sick. She took good care of every need he possessed, but she did it in a nice way that maintained his dignity, in a way that made him feel as if although he cou...

Have you ever wondered how a person's life could change after becoming a grandparent? Here we will share how Ms.Carine Nadel's life changed after becoming a grandmother, based on her article here:  http://ezinearticles.com/?How-Becoming-a-Grandparent-Changed-My-Life&id=434331 She recalls being drastically changed by becoming a grandparent only after a very short few days. She goes on to explain how she was happy that the mother’s curse worked since she was not really fond of the idea of being called grandma until her first grandchild was born. She says that she has become a much wiser person and has gotten a newfound respect for her daughter. When her daughter and son-in-law told her and her husband a few months prior concerning the intended birth, Ms. Nadel states that she was totally unprepared to be a grandmother. She didn’t know why, but she always pictured a person who resembles Auntie Em from the Wizard of Oz, as what a grandma ought to look like. Her grandmother did ...

  Why “Mama” Has the Same Meaning in Almost Every Language In the 10 most widely spoken languages in the world, the word for mama (meaning “mother”) is: m?ma, mama, mamá, ma, mama, mamã, maa, mama, haha and mam?. Another way to see it: 3.35 billion people speak either Mandarin (Mãma), Hindi (m??), English (mama), or Arabic (m?ma). The sound “ma” is nearly universal among the Indo-European languages. (Check out the long list of amazingly similar European words for mama on this Wikipedia page.)   But even in non-Indo-European languages, very similar sounding words correspond to the word for “mother.” Navajo is amá,  Quechua is mama,  Ancient is Egyptian is mut, Korean is eomma and Swahili is mama. Related:  Great And Thoughtful Gift Ideas Perfect For Your Beloved Mama The modern English word “mother” comes from Middle English moder, deriving from Old English m?dor. While this seems like evidence of an ancient universal language or collective unconscious, rese...

Here is everything you need to know about Father’s Day which is celebrated around the world on the third Sunday in June. According to Hallmark, Father’s Day is the fourth-largest card-sending occasion Fifty percent of all Father’s Day cards are purchased for fathers. Almost 20 percent of Father’s Day cards are given to husbands. A study done at the University of North Carolina found that in terms of genetic makeup, mammals are more like their fathers than their mothers. Even though we get the same amount of genetic mutations from our parents, we actually use more of the DNA we get from our dads. Knowing this information can help in the study of diseases. Father’s Day is celebrated worldwide to recognize the contribution that fathers and father figures make to the lives of their children. This day celebrates fatherhood and male parenting. Although it is celebrated on a variety of dates worldwide, many countries observe this day on the third Sunday in June. Father’s Day was founded in Sp...

  For those of us that are fortunate enough to have a grandmother around, we truly are a lucky bunch. While not every grandmother is the same, I think I can speak for most of us when I say that our grandmothers are essentially our best friends. Not convinced? Let me help: 1. She always has the best food. The cliché image of a grandmother is a plump, sweet old woman holding a platter of steaming chocolate chip cookies. But even if cookies aren’t your grandmother’s expertise, you have to admit that everything always tastes better at her house.  2. She has some great life advice. Grandma has seen it all. She’s dealt with school, love, raising kids, and everything in between. With many years under her belt, grandma will always have a life lesson to share. 3. She supports whatever you do. When it seems like nobody has your back, grandma always will. Even if she disagrees, it will be politely, and she won’t make you feel bad about your decisions. Related:  Thoughtful Gifts For ...

  No other woman in your life will quite compare to your grandma. She’s the ultimate friend, and she always has the best advice to offer you. No girlfriend, best friend, aunt, niece or cousin will ever outdo your grandma. Related: Top 24 Best Gifts for Gramma The list of reasons as to why your grandma is the best never really ends, but here's a good start: 1. She cooks the best food Many grandmas can cook, even if they don’t do so anymore. They somehow know the recipes to every dish on earth, and they can tell you what to substitute for the most random of ingredients. 2. She has too much love Grandmas love everything and everyone. She will love almost every significant other you bring home, even if he or she is absolutely unfit for you. She will try to love him or her as much as you do, even if she lovingly says, “I told you so” when you two break up. 3. She never gives up Grandmas have made it too far in life to give up on anything. My grandma can barely drive, and we still c...

  Grandpa. The goofy old guy who has been with you since you were born. Maybe he lives close or maybe he lives far. Maybe he's quiet and reserved or maybe he's a complete goofball. No matter the circumstance, it is important to realize that he's probably one of the best people in your life. 1. He's hilarious Nobody can make you laugh harder than grandpa. Whether it's a hot take on a sports game or a great story, he's always there to make you crack up. 2. He's smart (and knows more than you've ever known in your lifetime) You think you know a lot... And then you talk to grandpa. I'm telling you, this man knows everything you know times a million. Related:  Thoughtful Gifts For An Inspiring Grandpa 3. He raised your mom or your dad well You may have some pretty incredible parents... Well, guess who raised them? Your grandpa is half of the reason your parent is as amazing as they are... That deserves a lot of credit and appreciation. 4. He lets you eat ...

  Grandmothers have always held a special place in our lives, perhaps yours helped looked after you when you were young, or perhaps she imparted words of wisdom or tales of generations and cultures past. Maybe she makes the best family meals or had the single best recipes that even your mom couldn’t beat! Related: Top 24 Best Gifts for Grammys Whatever role your grandma played in your life, we can bet that she remains special to you and that you are special to her. With that in mind, why now bestow upon her an awesome nickname that matches what she means to you, or sums up her personality. While there’s nothing wrong with grandma or grandmom, perhaps yours deserves something a bit more special! Oftentimes, grandparents choose what they’d like to be called, but that doesn’t stop you coming up with something a bit more interesting. So for the best nicknames for grandma, read on. Traditional Nicknames for Grandma Starting off with the basics, these are a few examples of the standard n...

  Congratulations on your soon-to-be-a-daddy status — and kudos for thinking about how to help your soon-to-be-a-mommy mate once your bundle arrives. Your awareness of the huge scale of the task of parenting a newborn and your willingness to do your part reflect a growing trend among new dads who were, only a few decades ago, second-string players when it came to caring for an infant. These days, more and more fathers are starters who, like you, couldn't be more eager to get some time on the field. Here’s some new-dad advice on plays to consider during the first few weeks of fatherhood. Related: Top 24 Best Gifts for Daddies Chip in where you can Regardless of how Mommy delivers, her body will need time to recover. And breastfeeding is the only baby-care activity limited to moms. Dads can bathe, change diapers and rock with the best of moms — and yes, even better than them. Doing so allows your partner a break from the action. Share bottle duties If your partner is nursing, on...

  Common wisdom may suggest that due to their age, grandmothers are not appropriate caretakers for babies and little kids. Of course, they may have years and years of parenting experience from raising their own kids, however  people over 50  simply cannot run as quickly or react as fast as young parents. And they presumably get tired more quickly and must desire to take a load off even more frequently than the most exhausted parent. Research at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health have, in contrast to what people may think, turned that assumption upside-down. It turns out that kids taken care of by a grandmother have half the risk of injury than children taken care of by a daycare center, other relatives, or even the kid's own mother. In other words, if grandma looks after the children, they are much less likely to end up in the paediatrician’s office with a fracture or a case of bleeding. And this decrease in risk is not only with regards to Band-Aids and ...

  Are you expecting your first grandchild? You are likely feeling both nervous and excited, depending on the circumstances surrounding the pregnancy. The first grandchild is usually one of those monumental periods of time in life when you reorganize and reconfigure everything you thought you knew about life. For multiple years now, you had the belief that you were never going to be able to love any thing (or anyone) as much as you love your own kids. That is also about to become a myth. When you lay eyes on your first grandchild for the first time, you are going to feel as though you've been given a second opportunity at life and love. With all of these high expectations, it is natural to be disappointed. No, not in your grandchild of course but rather in all the ways you had hoped for things to turn out. Many a times, grandparents are so thrilled about this huge event in their lives that they tend to forget that this baby has parents who are excited also. Most likely, your own chi...

  They say it takes a village to raise a child, and here at Coventry Direct, we know that grandparents make up a substantial portion of that ‘village’. From hosting holiday gatherings to being an unwavering source of love and support for your family, the relationship between a grandparent and their ‘grandbabies’ is one of life’s greatest treasures. With wonderful grandparents and grandchildren in mind, we decided to conduct a fun, grandparent-focused study. We surveyed over 5,000 Americans from across the country on what they call their grandparents to determine what the most popular nicknames for ‘Grandma’ and ‘Grandpa’ are across the country. Interested to know what the top grandparent nicknames are in your neck of the woods? Read on! Let’s start with the most used nicknames for Grandma. Nana is the most common nickname for a Grandma in thirty-two states. But if someone doesn’t call their grandmother Nana, odds are they do call her Grammy or Gram, as these are relatively popular ...

  Kids are incredible little beings. Endlessly strange, honest, fun, surprising. They rule, OK? I don't have any children of my own and honestly, I don't know if I ever will. In the meantime, while life goes on (as it has the annoying tendency to do), I'm extra thankful for my role in four kids' lives as their aunt. Being an aunt offers the joy of spending time with children without any of the major obligations. It's one of the most win-win situations I can think of. Recall your own aunt(s). Aunts, as a people, have a special wizardry. They're the women who gladly accepted your first wayward attempt at cutting hair. They're the women who let you name their cats Hanson, Clarissa, or something else awful. The women who taught you to match your toenail polish with your underwear at a questionably young age. (Hi, Aunt Amy). They had an endless supply of sour gummy candies and never yelled at you for leaning back in your chair. They took you on adventures and ins...

  Have you ever wondered what it’s like being a  nana  (aka grandmother)? Hereunder is a reflection by a woman and her experiences being a nana: There's nothing like spending time with a little child to remind you of why it's thrilling to be alive. Kids are indiscriminate, nonjudgmental lovers of pretty much everything, and their joy is contagious. Not too long ago, I spent time with 2-year-old Azalia, whose response to Elmo, hot dogs and her white plastic pony was uniformly euphoric. "I LOVE it!" she squealed to each in turn. Adults spend a lot of time doing yoga and practicing meditation so as to to feel truly present, while children, whether they're happy or sad, live in the present moment, here and now. They make superb role models (except when they are throwing temper tantrums), and spending quality time with them provides great training for grandparents. We simply have to be in the here and now if we wish to keep up — and prevent them from eating dog food (m...