'GG and Mamela:' A conversation with author and grandma friend Belinda Brock

Many Grandma's Briefs readers are likely familiar with Belinda Brock, fellow grandmother and blogger at Grandbooking. What many may not know is that Belinda recently wrote a children's book called GG and Mamela, which publishes April 15 and can be pre-ordered now through Amazon.com (that's not an affiliate link).

GG and Mamela by Belinda BrockAs the subject matter of Belinda's picture book will resonate with Grandma's Briefs readers, I requested an email interview with her about GG and Mamela, and she...

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30 grandchild firsts that only grandparents celebrate

30 grandchild firsts that only grandparents celebrate

There are numerous firsts in a child's life worth celebrating. The milestones Mom and Dad celebrate, though, may be a wee bit different than those Grandma and Grandpa celebrate.

Here are 30 firsts in the life of a grandchild that warm a grandparent's heart and warrant a happy dance:

30 grandchild firsts that only grandparents celebrate

• First time being...

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GRAND Social No. 99 plus National No Housework Day

NATIONAL NO HOUSEWORK DAY

Today, April 7, is a very special day. You may not know this, but today is <drum roll>... National No Housework Day! For real!

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Yay for no dishwashing, dusting or vacuuming. (Okay, Jim and I completed the last two over the weekend.) No window washing...

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