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Weekly Photo Challenge: Serenity
These two grandchildren have owned my heart since the day they were born, and there is nothing in life I’d rather do than spend time with them. But, when they reach the teen years, they are busy people with lots of friends and … Continue reading
November
It’s here, and we’ve even had our first snow flakes. The plants have been deadheaded, the grasses cut back, furniture and containers stored, raised beds cleared out, some leaves composted, chicken run covered, mowers treated, and now it’s time to … Continue reading
Posted in DIY, Family
Tagged DIY, Fall chores, Fall cleanup, grandchildren, Johnson Hardware, November holidays
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Weekly Photo Challenge: Object
This “object” of my affection is the older of the “plus2” and will become a teenager tomorrow. Who knew 13 years of loving and watching this little girl become the beautiful young lady she is today could pass so quickly? … Continue reading
Turning a page
Life is like experiencing a fantastic novel, chapter by chapter. In about six weeks, my granddaughter will officially become a teenager. It is hard to fathom, but it is a pleasure to watch her grow into the lovely young woman … Continue reading
Posted in Family, Sewing
Tagged American Girl Doll Dresses, American Girl Dolls, Doll clothes form, Family, grandchildren, Granddaughters, Grandparents
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Weekly Photo Challenge: Grand
Whether we are exploring Hampton Beach on the foggiest day of the year, sledding in the winter, or playing a game of cards, a smile and a hug from our grandchildren trumps everything else. Grandchildren are without a doubt the grandest! … Continue reading
Bucklet List: Quilts ✓
I’ve enjoyed sewing for many years, but moving beyond my comfort zone and making a quilt was on my bucket list. So, who better to make quilts for than my two grandchildren. And, not quilts to include just plain blocks … Continue reading
Posted in Family, Quilting
Tagged First time quilter, grandchildren, Memory Quilt, Quilt Blocks, Quilt squares, Quilting, Sewing
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Weekly Photo Challenge: Curves
After waiting an entire year to camp again at Hampton Beach, it rained day and night for five days. We averaged a couple of hours each day when we could explore the beach or roast some marshmallows. One evening while … Continue reading
Reader’s Choice
I’ve been blogging here at GrandparentsPlus2 for almost a year now. During that time, I’ve met some great on-line writers blogging about a wide-range of topics including grandparenting, gardening, pet rescue, photography, sewing, and quilting to name a few. It … Continue reading