Gaslight. I’m being Gaslighted.
Some words and phrases become so popular and used so frequently they begin to be used haphazardly and dangerously. I’m being Bullied. I’m being Triggered. And now we have Gaslight. These words, rather than accurately describing a set of circumstances for better understanding, are now used as a weapon, thrown about willy-nilly without regard to the havoc that is caused by their … Read More
Hello Grandchild!
You have just begun your journey since bursting into our world. We haven’t been able to see you yet as the doctors want to be sure you’re eating well all on your own – not to worry, we’ll have you eating burgers, fries and cheese curds in no time.
I was sitting on my front porch reading – as you will often see when we begin our … Read More
“Love is how you become Real”
John Green – Turtles All The Way Down
Dear Grandchild,
What do you do when someone has told a lie about you? This is one of the toughest questions and even tougher quandaries to solve as it WILL happen to you as has happened to everyone. Your first flood of emotions will consist of anger, confusion, hurt, disbelief, but most of all, anger. … Read More
People are not that hard to figure out. Just observe what they create. Creation comes from within and you can only give what you have inside. This video illustrates the power that comes from determination and focus toward a positive outcome. If my granddaughter can do it – so can you! Enjoy and Share – From Grandpa Steve.… Read More
Dear Grandchild,
The Aboriginal people of Australia practice a rite of passage from adolescence to adulthood called a Walkabout. In past generations, it entailed a journey of up to 1000 miles where the young boy travels alone, proving he can physically and mentally survive the harrowing dangers of the Outback to prove his bravery and value to society. He must also use his time alone to reflect upon his … Read More
The other day, I overheard one parent say to another, “I want my child to have the grandparent experience.” The word that caught my attention was “experience” wondering why they wouldn’t say “relationship” as in “I want my child to have a great relationship with their grandparent.”
Experiences are certainly fun and exciting and worth creating to add to your storehouse of great memories. Yet, experiences are temporary and … Read More
