Grandparents

Written by Dr. Joannie DeBrito, Family Support Specialist At the recent Legacy Coalition Grandbaby Shower (which was so much fun, by the way!) I had the opportunity to speak about the importance of talking with your child and his or her spouse about expectations for you as a grandmother. One of the attendees asked me […]

Written by Carol Beaver, Church Advocate, Legacy Coalition August has its share of holidays; some of them are unique, but no major holidays grace the month. However, when I think about August, fairs immediately come to mind. During late summer and early fall, all across the country, counties and states celebrate their unique culture at

Written by Dr. Joannie DeBrito, Family Support Specialist “I’m bored.”“There’s nothing to do.”“I miss my friends.” Whether communicating virtually or spending time physically with your grandchildren, it’s likely that you’ve heard some of these comments lately. They’re part of normal conversations with kids during the summer months, but this year, we can all understand why

Written by Deb del Villar, Director of Communications Summertime is usually a great time to have adventures with the grandkids. So what makes an adventure grand? The words “unusual”, “exciting”, “remarkable”, and “bold” define the adventure, along with one that encounters risk, danger, and exploration of unknown territory. It’s an activity filled with the spirit

Written by John Coulombe, Director of Spiritual Development, Legacy Coalition Editor’s Note: As we get older, with doctor’s appointments dotting our calendars, and maybe even hospital visits and stays, contemplate these soul-searching and heart-rendering thoughts from John. Above all, are you ready to meet your God? Have you passed on your story – your faith

Written by Carol Beaver, Church Advocate, Legacy Coalition The aroma of grilling burgers mingles with the fragrance of summer flowers. Flags fly from every lamppost, and red, white, and blue bunting adorns podiums around the town. Parades down Main Street feature marching soldiers, both young and old, as well as local politicians and civic leaders.

Fathers have a tremendous influence in our lives. Charles F. Kettering says, “Every father should remember that one day his son will follow his example instead of his advice.” Terri Guillemets echoes that same sentiment, “Every son quotes his father, in words and in deeds.” As you think back to your fathers and grandfathers, what

The celebration of Father’s Day began in the church. The first observance followed the 1907 mining disaster in Monongah, West Virginia. On that day, 361 men lost their lives, 250 of them being fathers. These fathers left behind over 1,000 children who no longer had a dad. In response to a personal request by one

Written by Jane Larsen, Director of Connections, Legacy Coalition When I first accepted the invitation to share my experience being a new grandma, I thought it would be so easy. After all, being a grandma has been a joy and a dream come true! As I pondered what to share, I had a jarring realization

Written by Carol Beaver, Church Advocate, Legacy Coalition As a child, I looked forward to Decoration Day each year. Mom would put together a picnic lunch while my dad gathered flowers from his garden beds. The collected mason jars, set aside through the year, would become vases for multiple bouquets. I was the errand girl and