Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 19, 2013

We spoiled our children and we apparently are even more intent on doing so with our grandchildren! My parents were somewhat more interactive with their grandchildren (my kids). Why are we spending more on our grandchildren? It never occurred to me to ask Mom or Mom-in-law to come watch my kids. It’s just fun!

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Grandchildren Grandkids Kids and Family Parenting 220

Family Balance Sheet

DECEMBER 3, 2014

They really don’t need or want anything and both of my grandmothers are trying to downsize. This sweet little candy dish was a gift from my grandmother. My great grandmother made a lot of her gifts. Hopefully it will inspire you to think outside the (gift) box too. 10 FREE (but Thoughtful) Christmas Gift Ideas. A Homemade Meal.

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Christmas Gifts Grandmother Wedding 245

Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 4, 2022

This sweet little candy dish was a gift from my grandmother. I realize not everyone has family heirlooms to give away, but my grandmother was downsizing and gifted her grandchildren pieces from her Fostoria Glass collection that were my grandparents’ wedding gifts back in 1945. Family Heirlooms. Garden Harvest.

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Christmas Gifts Home and Garden Flowers and Gifts 130

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 12, 2014

My mom has wonderful memories of her maternal grandmother, and though she talks about her often, I only know that she loved to knit and that she lived until 94 and was a “sweet woman.” You’ll have precious memories to share with your children and grandchildren of your own parents and grandparents.

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Making Film Uncle Grandchildren 167