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There's no telling what a lightsaber can do

Aug 25, 2023 12:38PM ● By Lynn Gendusa

4-year-olds should run for president. They’re truthful, energetic and can solve all the world’s problems with their ninja swords, fire trucks and Spider-Man cape

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Me and my old man

Aug 24, 2023 03:03PM ● By Cloie Sandlin

I wish I could ask my dad how his experience compares to that of John Schmitz. This older dad from Montrose is taking first-time fatherhood in stride even when most dads his age are becoming grandparents.

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7 hacks for fun, stress-free road travel with grandkids

May 30, 2023 12:52PM ● By Kimberly Blaker

And 15 grandkid-friendly travel destinations that aren’t the aquarium or the zoo

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Surviving Grandparents Day

Aug 30, 2022 02:29PM ● By Ernie Witham

Grandparents Day is September 11. What's the best part about being a grandparent? BEACON readers weigh in.

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The three "E's" from my grandsons

Aug 30, 2022 11:00AM ● By Amy Laundrie

Grandparents Day is September 11. What do you learn from your grandkids?

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Help your grandkids with reading

Jun 28, 2022 12:21PM ● By Marianne Hering & Peggy Wilber

You can offer a safe and encouraging environment for your grandchild to learn to read at his own pace.

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Camping with grandkids?

May 03, 2022 10:31AM ● By Jan Weeks

A child’s survival kit is a must when camping, here are 7 simple items to pack in a survival kit.

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Person in red coat zip-lining through forest

Zip-lining with the grandkids

Aug 23, 2021 03:00PM ● By Terri Kaiser

The things grandparents will do for time and memories with teen-aged grandkids!

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Fun family projects for pandemic times

Oct 01, 2020 02:46PM ● By Arlyn Macdonald

This intergenerational fun is sure to build family pride.

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Bonding with grandkids over technology

Aug 31, 2020 01:58PM ● By Adam Cochran

Reflections from the family tech guy Recently, I saw a Facebook meme featuring a close-up picture of a scared chihuahua. The dog had an over...

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Grandparents raising grandchildren

Aug 31, 2020 12:03PM ● By Carole Ann McKelvey

Local seniors face challenges parenting grandkids. If you’re a grandparent raising grandchildren, you’re not alone. According to AARP...

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4 Tips for fostering your grandbaby’s development

Jun 26, 2020 11:13AM ● By Hilary Thompson

Stimulate your new grandbaby's development early on Congratulations on a new bundle of joy in your family! There is so much to celebrate and...

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