So we boldly go where few have been brave enough to talk about before, Menopause.  Or so I believe.  Deanne has recently joined that time of life and we&apos;ll share with you what we&apos;ve discovered and just how we&apos;ve made adjustments to survive. 

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Grandparents on Menopause!

So many ways to vacation.  The COVID forced staycation of 2020.  Hitting the strip in Sin City. Vacation hot spots with the grandkids.  And the top places all grandparents should hit in the states, plus more fun.

Vacationing Grandparents!

It all ads up to great fun when Game Creator Betsy Mays stops in to show us her newest creations.  Betsy also tells us all about how we can help our grandkids math skills and still be the cool fun grandparents with her new games from Games By Absolute Zero.To get these games for yourself, be sure to use the Being Grandparents game code below.Games By Absolute Zero websitehttps://www.gamesbyabsolutezero.com/link to Amazon Storehttps://www.amazon.com/stores/page/7D46052F-01EE-4033-B79E-58132EE46561Coupon code good until 5-24-2115FUNMATH

3 - Card Games You'll Absolutely want to Play with Your Grandkids!

We found a great article on various types of play for Grandparents to enjoy with their Grandkids, so we went over to their house and put all that we learned to work.  Deanne fell on her Heinie twice, but we survived to talk about it with you.  Come join us to hear about all the fun.Articles and toys in the show.https://www.nextavenue.org/play-with-grandchildren/At TargetB. toys Interactive Toy Smart PhoneChuckle & Roar 75pc Wood Block SetCreate A Treat Bee & Flower Cookie KitPlay Doh Set (almost any will do)

6 Types of Fun Play for Grandkids and Grandparents Too!

We have Award winning Director Writer, Dana H. Glazer for one more fun filled episode and we get into the behind the scene details of  his newest feature film "A Case of Blue". Dana is interesting on all levels and he taps into Grandparenting and parenting from many unique perspectives.  He is so fun and interesting we have a part 1 and 2 of our conversation with him.A Case of Bluehttps://www.acaseofblue.com/https://www.facebook.com/ACOBfeaturefilm/Dana Glazer IMDbhttps://www.imdb.com/name/nm0322233/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_7

Lights..Camera..Grandparent Pt. Deux

Award winning Director Writer, Dana H. Glazer visits with us about his newest feature film "A Case of Blue" along with stories from two of his wonderful documentaries, "Parents of the Revolution" and "The Evolution of Dad"Dana is interesting on all levels and he taps into Grandparenting and parenting from many unique perspectives.  He is so fun and interesting we have a part 1 and 2 of our conversation with him.A Case of Bluehttps://www.acaseofblue.com/https://www.facebook.com/ACOBfeaturefilm/Dana Glazer IMDbhttps://www.imdb.com/name/nm0322233/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_7

Lights..Camera..Grandparent Pt1

Hello All, Our special guest this week is children&apos;s song writer/performer Elaine Serling.  She&apos;ll share the secrets behind several of her most cherished works.  Several inspired by her grandkids and love for her family history and heritage.  Elaine is an absolute joy and we get to listen in to several clips of her most adorable songs and story books.You can order her music and or books at https://elaineserling.com/or by calling 1.800.457.2157  

Songs You'll Love with your Grandkids!

Our special guest this week is William Lee Martin, A Standup Comedian that tours the U.S. Spreading joy not only with his hysterical stories, but also with his very special charity "The Cowboys Who Care Foundation".William Lee, shares with us his love of being a Grandpa and so much more.For William Lee Martin tour dates visithttps://www.williamleemartin.com/If you know a child going through a battle with cancer and would like to request a Cowboy Hat or to help William Lee&apos;s Charity - The Cowboys Who Care Foundation visithttps://www.cowboyswhocare.org/Find William Lee sharing comedic wisdom daily at 4pm on Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/ComedianWilliamLeeMartin/

Dinosaur Nuggets and Grandpa's who wear Cowboy Hats!

Comedian John Fannell Joins us to talk about his experiences warming up to be a Grandparent, by being the Grandpa to many of his kids various pets.

Grandpets need Grandparent Lovin' too.

This episode we had special guest as my Dad, "Big Steve" and his girlfriend, Sally join us to talk about my Great Grandparents and what life was for them.  Also what being Grandparents in the 1940s and 50s was like.  Plus how Pancho Villa influenced my GGPa who lived to be 104, some of his secrets to a long life.

What Pancho Villa Made My GGPa Do!

Life as Stevie reflects on his once believed perfect childhood and how grandparents and grandkids have changed from then to now. 

Righteous Grandparents of the 60's & 70's

This time we thought it would be fun to point out the famous grandparents we saw on TV or movies when growing up and/or today.  Pinpoint some of the characteristics that we might have picked up on that made us the grandparents we are today, plus see what category of GP&apos;s they fell into.

Famous Grandparents - Which were your favorite?

We looked up some ideas and found some expert opinions to share on the types of toys to buy your grandkids.  The importance of learning and playing.  And sometimes just getting what you want to play with, after all they are your grandkids.Couple of fun toys we found.Baby Einstein Pianohttps://youtu.be/U92txT8-KbMVTech Learn & Dance Interactive Zoohttps://youtu.be/-Tf011IVI-4Musical Rhymes Bookhttps://youtu.be/VqyhGWO1VCg

Great Toy Ideas, And what to look for when getting toys!

We found a neat little article that talks about the five basic types of grandparents and we decided to take a look at what types of grandparents we had, what types of grandparents did we think our parents are and what kind of grandparents do we want to be.  Join us for the find and see which type you are.https://www.oversixty.com.au/lifestyle/family-pets/5-types-of-grandparents

5 Types of Grandparents. Which are You?

Getting ready for big fun with your precious angel.  Lots of fun bringing good info to prepare for the baby&apos;s first sleep over or stay at the Grandparent&apos;s house.  And how being involved with your grandchild&apos;s life will make you live longer.link to article info:Caring for Grandchild helps you live longer:https://www.mother.ly/news/its-science-grandparents-who-babysit-could-add-years-to-their-livesKids who love Dinosaurs:https://www.mother.ly/news/its-science-your-toddlers-dinosaur-obsession-benefits-their-brain

First Grandbaby Sleep Over!

Deanne & Stevie are on a mission to learn how to become the best Grandparents they can for today's generation by working with all who listen and participate to join generations through family fun, stories of grandparents before us and plenty of laughter. We'd love to hear your stories and thoughts too.

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