Posts by Grandma Sandy
Christmas Sweets: Make Easy Truffles
Easy and elegant Dark Chocolate Truffles can serve as Christmas sweets for dessert, gifts, or favors.
Read MoreA Simple Gingerbread House Party
Use graham crackers to make little “gingerbread” houses. Turn this activity into a zoom holiday party.
Read MoreIt’s National Caregivers Month
It’s National Caregivers Month. We profile a caregiver supporting a family member with Alzheimer’s.
Read MoreReveling in the Pleasure of Small Things
Even construction is a small pleasure when grandkids can watch a fascinating three-ring circus.
Read MoreThanksgiving for Two: Make it a Party!
You may just two, but don’t skip Thanksgiving dinner. Keep dishes simple, like this 30-minute stuffing.
Read MoreThanksgiving Family Games for a Zoom Party
Make a Thanksgiving game using family photos to add fun and interactivity to your zoom dinner.
Read MoreHow to Make Sushi at Home–it’s Easy!
Learn to make sushi rice at home; then present it in one of several ways.
Read MoreHalloween Cupcakes to Make for Kids
No trick-or-treating this year? Make the grandkids easy and delightful Halloween cupcakes.
Read MorePlanning for the Covid Holidays
I’m anticipating how COVID-19 could affect my holidays and planning ways to improvise on family traditions. Try some of these tips.
Read MoreMake a Spelling Learning Game
It’s easy to make a colorful set of alphabet cards to play with your child. It’s a great way to teach spelling without making it a chore.
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