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Adventures with GrammyAdventures with GrammyEpisode 93. The Singing Santa Has Been Performing for 37 YearsWelcome to Episode 93 of the Adventures with Grammy Podcast. Today’s guest, Tom Long, began performing as the Singing Santa in 1985 when he was 21 years old. He knew that first Christmas he had chosen the right avocation when a curly headed lad with big brown eyes said he wanted to hear Santa say, “Ho. Ho. Ho.” Throughout the years the Magic of Christmas and watching parents light up when their children sit in Santa’s lap have fueled Tom’s passion for performing as The Singing Santa. An invitation to work with Marie Osmond and an appearance on America...2022-11-2437 minStorytelling – Adventures with Grammy PodcastStorytelling – Adventures with Grammy PodcastEpisode 93. The Singing Santa Has Been Performing for 37 YearsWelcome to Episode 93 of the Adventures with Grammy Podcast. Today’s guest, Tom Long, began performing as the Singing Santa in 1985 when he was 21 years old. He knew that first Christmas he had chosen the right avocation when a curly headed lad with big brown eyes said he wanted to hear Santa say, “Ho. Ho. Ho.” Throughout the years the Magic of Christmas and watching parents light up when their children sit in Santa’s lap have fueled Tom’s passion for performing as The Singing Santa. An invitation to work with Marie Osmond and an appearance on America...2022-11-2437 minAdventures with GrammyAdventures with GrammyEpisode 93. The Singing Santa Has Been Performing for 37 YearsWelcome to Episode 93 of the Adventures with Grammy Podcast. Today’s guest, Tom Long, began performing as the Singing Santa in 1985 when he was 21 years old. He knew that first Christmas he had chosen the right avocation when a curly headed lad with big brown eyes said he wanted to hear Santa say, “Ho. Ho. Ho.” Throughout the years the Magic of Christmas and watching parents light up when their children sit in Santa’s lap have fueled Tom’s passion for performing as The Singing Santa. An invitation to work with Marie Osmond and an appearance on America...2022-11-2437 minAdventures with GrammyAdventures with GrammyEpisode 92. The Grandparents Academy Welcomes All GrandparentsFounded in 2011 by Aaron Larsen as a way to honor his grandparents, GrandparentsAcademy.com is the world’s first and only online academy dedicated to helping grandparents grow meaningful relationships and rich legacies with their loved ones. Our resources, which include guides, videos and social posts, have reached millions of grandparents. Thousands have enrolled as students from all over the globe. To learn more, visit https://www.grandparentsacademy.com/ To register for the 2023 Grandparents Week, visit https://grandparentsacademy.mykajabi.com/grandparents-week-2022-post   Sign up for the Adventures with Grammy newsletter by clicking this lin...2022-11-0956 minAdventures with GrammyAdventures with GrammyEpisode 92. The Grandparents Academy Welcomes All GrandparentsFounded in 2011 by Aaron Larsen as a way to honor his grandparents, GrandparentsAcademy.com is the world’s first and only online academy dedicated to helping grandparents grow meaningful relationships and rich legacies with their loved ones. Our resources, which include guides, videos and social posts, have reached millions of grandparents. Thousands have enrolled as students from all over the globe. To learn more, visit https://www.grandparentsacademy.com/ To register for the 2023 Grandparents Week, visit https://grandparentsacademy.mykajabi.com/grandparents-week-2022-post   Sign up for the Adventures with Grammy newsletter by clicking this lin...2022-11-0956 minStorytelling – Adventures with Grammy PodcastStorytelling – Adventures with Grammy PodcastEpisode 91. Mrs. Claus Shares a Christmas StoryMrs. Claus has a busy schedule, but she stopped by the Adventures with Grammy Podcast to let you know she is ready to bake cookies with your grandchildren, tuck them in with bedtime stories, and gather around the family room to tell stories and sing songs. We know Mrs. Claus as Debra Weller, our guest on Episode 54, who talked with us about the art of storytelling. Today she will help us count down the days to Christmas … less than 90 days away … and share with us a special story. Before we hear the story, Debra will give...2022-10-0639 minAdventures with GrammyAdventures with GrammyEpisode 91. Mrs. Claus Shares a Christmas StoryMrs. Claus has a busy schedule, but she stopped by the Adventures with Grammy Podcast to let you know she is ready to bake cookies with your grandchildren, tuck them in with bedtime stories, and gather around the family room to tell stories and sing songs. We know Mrs. Claus as Debra Weller, our guest on Episode 54, who talked with us about the art of storytelling. Today she will help us count down the days to Christmas … less than 90 days away … and share with us a special story. Before we hear the story, Debra will give...2022-10-0639 minAdventures with GrammyAdventures with GrammyEpisode 91. Mrs. Claus Shares a Christmas StoryMrs. Claus has a busy schedule, but she stopped by the Adventures with Grammy Podcast to let you know she is ready to bake cookies with your grandchildren, tuck them in with bedtime stories, and gather around the family room to tell stories and sing songs. We know Mrs. Claus as Debra Weller, our guest on Episode 54, who talked with us about the art of storytelling. Today she will help us count down the days to Christmas … less than 90 days away … and share with us a special story. Before we hear the story, Debra will give...2022-10-0639 minAdventures with GrammyAdventures with GrammyEpisode 89. Great by Eight Is a Bold Call to ActionFocusing on early childhood development is vital for children and for our society. Research has demonstrated facilitating low-stress/high-engagement environments at the earliest ages builds strong, confident learners, who as adults, make up the backbone of a successful society. America’s failure to make early childhood development one of our highest priorities is the reason our nation has shown a steady decline in numerous important areas relative to other countries. Today’s guest, Dr. Rick Allen, has written Great by Eight, a bold call-to-action that demands intense emphasis on the development of young children, in particular from birth to age...2022-09-2339 minAdventures with GrammyAdventures with GrammyEpisode 88. Little Ones Enjoy Personalized E-booksMichelle Booth is the founder and CEO of Make Momentos, LLC, a tech startup whose mission is to offer adults an easy-to-use platform to create keepsake e-books for the children in their lives. Booth has been helping people tell their stories for more than 25 years. She has experience ghostwriting nonfiction manuscripts for a variety of clients including a former White House staffer in the Nixon and Ford administrations, prominent businesspeople and retirees wanting to preserve their stories for future generations. Booth was selected to edit the memoir of a former NBA basketball player. She has...2022-09-1536 minAdventures with GrammyAdventures with GrammyEpisode 88. Little Ones Enjoy Personalized E-booksMichelle Booth is the founder and CEO of Make Momentos, LLC, a tech startup whose mission is to offer adults an easy-to-use platform to create keepsake e-books for the children in their lives. Booth has been helping people tell their stories for more than 25 years. She has experience ghostwriting nonfiction manuscripts for a variety of clients including a former White House staffer in the Nixon and Ford administrations, prominent businesspeople and retirees wanting to preserve their stories for future generations. Booth was selected to edit the memoir of a former NBA basketball player. She has...2022-09-1536 minAdventures with GrammyAdventures with GrammyEpisode 87. Homeschooling: A Dad’s PerspectiveRuss Wrightson is a homeschooling dad of two boys ages 12 and 14. He says his boys are excited to learn from anything that crosses their paths, including videos, board games and a math book or two. To help facilitate a homeschooling atmosphere Russ considers healthy, he organized a local secular homeschool group he describes as a club. He also serves on the Board of Directors for VAhomeschoolers.org, an inclusive statewide organization that advocates and supports at the state level. https://www.facebook.com/VaHomeschoolers https://www.fahahome.com/ Russwrightson@gmail.com2022-09-0832 minAdventures with GrammyAdventures with GrammyEpisode 87. Homeschooling: A Dad’s PerspectiveRuss Wrightson is a homeschooling dad of two boys ages 12 and 14. He says his boys are excited to learn from anything that crosses their paths, including videos, board games and a math book or two. To help facilitate a homeschooling atmosphere Russ considers healthy, he organized a local secular homeschool group he describes as a club. He also serves on the Board of Directors for VAhomeschoolers.org, an inclusive statewide organization that advocates and supports at the state level. https://www.facebook.com/VaHomeschoolers https://www.fahahome.com/ Russwrightson@gmail.com2022-09-0832 minAdventures with GrammyAdventures with GrammyEpisode 86. Dying Child Teaches Hospital Clown an Important LessonOur guest today is Eddy Smits, a former professional clown, who hails from Belgium. He says authentic communication with children would heal society’s woes and enable children to grow into adults who could face any challenge and be effective world leaders. That statement reminded me of advice I received when my oldest child, Craig, was a toddler. A very wise person told me the qualities we admire in adults are not qualities we admire when children exhibit those same behaviors. That statement stopped me cold and helped shape my philosophy of raising children. Please join me as Eddy an...2022-09-0240 minAdventures with GrammyAdventures with GrammyEpisode 86. Dying Child Teaches Hospital Clown an Important LessonOur guest today is Eddy Smits, a former professional clown, who hails from Belgium. He says authentic communication with children would heal society’s woes and enable children to grow into adults who could face any challenge and be effective world leaders. That statement reminded me of advice I received when my oldest child, Craig, was a toddler. A very wise person told me the qualities we admire in adults are not qualities we admire when children exhibit those same behaviors. That statement stopped me cold and helped shape my philosophy of raising children. Please join me as Eddy an...2022-09-0240 minAdventures with GrammyAdventures with GrammyEpisode 85. Eugenia’s Books: True Stories about the Author’s GrandmotherWelcome to Episode 85 of the Adventures with Grammy Podcast. I am your host, Carolyn Berry. Today’s guest is Jasmine Jimenez, the author of a new collection of children’s books based on true stories of her grandmother. Her first book, Eugenia Hunts for Gemstones, is available, and her second book, Eugenia and the Christmas Dress, is part of a Kickstarter program that needs to be funded by September 4. Jasmine lives in San Diego with her partner of almost 20 years. Together they are creating a farm in Texas, where there are raising honeybees. Please help me welcome Jasmine to t...2022-08-2628 minStorytelling – Adventures with Grammy PodcastStorytelling – Adventures with Grammy PodcastEpisode 85. Eugenia’s Books: True Stories about the Author’s GrandmotherWelcome to Episode 85 of the Adventures with Grammy Podcast. I am your host, Carolyn Berry. Today’s guest is Jasmine Jimenez, the author of a new collection of children’s books based on true stories of her grandmother. Her first book, Eugenia Hunts for Gemstones, is available, and her second book, Eugenia and the Christmas Dress, is part of a Kickstarter program that needs to be funded by September 4. Jasmine lives in San Diego with her partner of almost 20 years. Together they are creating a farm in Texas, where there are raising honeybees. Please help me welcome Jasmine to t...2022-08-2628 minAdventures with GrammyAdventures with GrammyEpisode 85. Eugenia’s Books: True Stories about the Author’s GrandmotherWelcome to Episode 85 of the Adventures with Grammy Podcast. I am your host, Carolyn Berry. Today’s guest is Jasmine Jimenez, the author of a new collection of children’s books based on true stories of her grandmother. Her first book, Eugenia Hunts for Gemstones, is available, and her second book, Eugenia and the Christmas Dress, is part of a Kickstarter program that needs to be funded by September 4. Jasmine lives in San Diego with her partner of almost 20 years. Together they are creating a farm in Texas, where there are raising honeybees. Please help me welcome Jasmine to t...2022-08-2628 minAdventures with GrammyAdventures with GrammyEpisode 84. What is Pickleball & Can I Play it with My Grandchildren?Carl Landau, the co-author of Pickleball for Dummies, says the sport has a world-wide, multigenerational following, with more than 5 million players and counting. Playing pickleball is fun way to meet fun-loving people and put an extra pep in your step … all in the name of having more energy for your grandchildren and even playing a game or two with them. What is pickleball? Carl says it looks a lot like tennis on a miniature court with much less running, which is great if your knees don’t like that sort of thing. Playing pickleball is a sa...2022-08-1840 minAdventures with GrammyAdventures with GrammyEpisode 84. What is Pickleball & Can I Play it with My Grandchildren?Carl Landau, the co-author of Pickleball for Dummies, says the sport has a world-wide, multigenerational following, with more than 5 million players and counting. Playing pickleball is fun way to meet fun-loving people and put an extra pep in your step … all in the name of having more energy for your grandchildren and even playing a game or two with them. What is pickleball? Carl says it looks a lot like tennis on a miniature court with much less running, which is great if your knees don’t like that sort of thing. Playing pickleball is a sa...2022-08-1840 minAdventures with GrammyAdventures with GrammyEpisode 83. Homeschooling. Why? How? There were about 3.7 million homeschool students in 2020-2021 in grades K-12 in the United States (roughly 6% to 7% of school-age children). There were about 2.5 million homeschool students in spring 2019 (or 3% to 4% of school-age children) [note 1]. The homeschool population had been growing at an estimated 2% to 8% per annum over the past several years, but it grew drastically from 2019-2020 to 2020-2021. The home-educated typically score 15 to 30 percentile points above public-school students on standardized academic achievement tests. (The public school average is the 50th percentile; scores range from 1 to 99.) A 2015 study found Black homeschool students to be scoring 23 to 42 percentile points above Black pu...2022-08-1142 minAdventures with GrammyAdventures with GrammyEpisode 83. Homeschooling. Why? How? There were about 3.7 million homeschool students in 2020-2021 in grades K-12 in the United States (roughly 6% to 7% of school-age children). There were about 2.5 million homeschool students in spring 2019 (or 3% to 4% of school-age children) [note 1]. The homeschool population had been growing at an estimated 2% to 8% per annum over the past several years, but it grew drastically from 2019-2020 to 2020-2021. The home-educated typically score 15 to 30 percentile points above public-school students on standardized academic achievement tests. (The public school average is the 50th percentile; scores range from 1 to 99.) A 2015 study found Black homeschool students to be scoring 23 to 42 percentile points above Black pu...2022-08-1142 minAdventures with GrammyAdventures with GrammyEpisode 82. Breastfeeding is Best for Babies & Moms. Learn Why. Welcome to Episode 82 of the Adventures with Grammy Podcast. I am your host, Carolyn Berry. Today’s episode is all about breastfeeding. Our guest is Dr. Amaka Nnamani, a pediatrician and the author of the children’s picture book titled Ziora’s Quest: Mommy’s Milk Rocks about breastfeeding written from the perspective of a 6-year-old little girl. Dr. Nnamani practices medicine in Hershey, PA. She is a passionate breastfeeding advocate. She is the Chapter Breastfeeding Coordinator for the PA American Academy of Pediatrics and the moderator for the DR. MILK Facebook group — an exclusive...2022-08-0541 minAdventures with GrammyAdventures with GrammyEpisode 82. Breastfeeding is Best for Babies & Moms. Learn Why. Welcome to Episode 82 of the Adventures with Grammy Podcast. I am your host, Carolyn Berry. Today’s episode is all about breastfeeding. Our guest is Dr. Amaka Nnamani, a pediatrician and the author of the children’s picture book titled Ziora’s Quest: Mommy’s Milk Rocks about breastfeeding written from the perspective of a 6-year-old little girl. Dr. Nnamani practices medicine in Hershey, PA. She is a passionate breastfeeding advocate. She is the Chapter Breastfeeding Coordinator for the PA American Academy of Pediatrics and the moderator for the DR. MILK Facebook group — an exclusive...2022-08-0541 minAdventures with GrammyAdventures with GrammyEpisode 81. Beekeeping is a fun activity for young and oldWelcome to Episode 81 of the Adventures with Grammy Podcast. I am your host, Carolyn Berry. Today’s episode is all about bees — honey bees and how to keep them. Whether you live in the city or the country, beekeeping is an activity that many grandparents and grandchildren enjoy. Our guest today, Covey McConnell, will share information about why beekeeping is important, how to get started and how to stay safe. I have known Covey for many years. She went to school with my older son and his wife, and Covey and I taught at the same...2022-07-2851 minAdventures with GrammyAdventures with GrammyEpisode 81. Beekeeping is a fun activity for young and oldWelcome to Episode 81 of the Adventures with Grammy Podcast. I am your host, Carolyn Berry. Today’s episode is all about bees — honey bees and how to keep them. Whether you live in the city or the country, beekeeping is an activity that many grandparents and grandchildren enjoy. Our guest today, Covey McConnell, will share information about why beekeeping is important, how to get started and how to stay safe. I have known Covey for many years. She went to school with my older son and his wife, and Covey and I taught at the same...2022-07-2851 minAdventures with GrammyAdventures with GrammyEpisode 80. Audio Theater Entertains Young & OldWelcome to Episode 80 of the Adventures with Grammy Podcast. I am your host, Carolyn Berry. Sarah Beth Goncarova is today’s guest. She is an American writer, composer and visual artist known for poetry, children’s adventure novels, and writing for film and television. Her company, CLAY GROUSE KIDS, is a groundbreaking indie press and animation studio that specializes in creating books, read-aloud videos, and audiobooks that inspire creativity and curiosity. Its mission is to help all children, including emerging and reluctant readers, become better readers by creating books that kids want to read, s...2022-07-2151 minStorytelling – Adventures with Grammy PodcastStorytelling – Adventures with Grammy PodcastEpisode 80. Audio Theater Entertains Young & OldWelcome to Episode 80 of the Adventures with Grammy Podcast. I am your host, Carolyn Berry. Sarah Beth Goncarova is today’s guest. She is an American writer, composer and visual artist known for poetry, children’s adventure novels, and writing for film and television. Her company, CLAY GROUSE KIDS, is a groundbreaking indie press and animation studio that specializes in creating books, read-aloud videos, and audiobooks that inspire creativity and curiosity. Its mission is to help all children, including emerging and reluctant readers, become better readers by creating books that kids want to read, s...2022-07-2151 minAdventures with GrammyAdventures with GrammyEpisode 80. Audio Theater Entertains Young & OldWelcome to Episode 80 of the Adventures with Grammy Podcast. I am your host, Carolyn Berry. Sarah Beth Goncarova is today’s guest. She is an American writer, composer and visual artist known for poetry, children’s adventure novels, and writing for film and television. Her company, CLAY GROUSE KIDS, is a groundbreaking indie press and animation studio that specializes in creating books, read-aloud videos, and audiobooks that inspire creativity and curiosity. Its mission is to help all children, including emerging and reluctant readers, become better readers by creating books that kids want to read, s...2022-07-2151 minAdventures with GrammyAdventures with GrammyEpisode 79. The Mindful GrandparentVisit https://adventureswithgrammypodcast.com to learn more about the podcast and how to be a guest. Join our newsletter mailing list by texting GRAMMY to 22828 to get started, or visit https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/ih6vkmJ/grammy To learn about Carolyn’s books, visit https://adventureswithgrammy.com/ To learn more about today’s guest, visit https://www.shirleyshowalter.com/ Born into a plain-dressing, plain-speaking Mennonite farm family in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, today’s guest, Shirley Showalter, grew up to become a college president, a foundation executive, the author of two books...2022-07-1444 minAdventures with GrammyAdventures with GrammyEpisode 79. The Mindful GrandparentVisit https://adventureswithgrammypodcast.com to learn more about the podcast and how to be a guest. Join our newsletter mailing list by texting GRAMMY to 22828 to get started, or visit https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/ih6vkmJ/grammy To learn about Carolyn’s books, visit https://adventureswithgrammy.com/ To learn more about today’s guest, visit https://www.shirleyshowalter.com/ Born into a plain-dressing, plain-speaking Mennonite farm family in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, today’s guest, Shirley Showalter, grew up to become a college president, a foundation executive, the author of two books...2022-07-1444 minAdventures with GrammyAdventures with GrammyEpisode 78. What Does it Mean to Be a Grandparent?Welcome to Episode 78 of the Adventures with Grammy Podcast. Today’s guest is Dr. Abigail Stephan. She earned her doctorate a few months ago from Clemson University after successfully defending her dissertation, Examining Intergenerational Relationships in the Family. I along with other listeners of this podcast contributed to her research. Abby will give us insight as to why the grandparent-grandchild must be intentional and have space to be spontaneous; why parents must provide opportunities for grandparents and grandkids to interact; and why bidirectional learning creates strong memories for grandchildren. She also gives us insight into the complexities of...2022-07-0759 minAdventures with GrammyAdventures with GrammyEpisode 78. What Does it Mean to Be a Grandparent?Welcome to Episode 78 of the Adventures with Grammy Podcast. Today’s guest is Dr. Abigail Stephan. She earned her doctorate a few months ago from Clemson University after successfully defending her dissertation, Examining Intergenerational Relationships in the Family. I along with other listeners of this podcast contributed to her research. Abby will give us insight as to why the grandparent-grandchild must be intentional and have space to be spontaneous; why parents must provide opportunities for grandparents and grandkids to interact; and why bidirectional learning creates strong memories for grandchildren. She also gives us insight into the complexities of...2022-07-0759 minAdventures with GrammyAdventures with GrammyEpisode 74. You can help end gun violenceWelcome to Episode 74 of the Adventures with Grammy Podcast. I am your host, Carolyn Berry. Today’s podcast is a different format from the usual guest interview. I, alone, will be speaking, and the topic is my views about gun control, specifically the guns used during school shootings. If you are a hard-right, gun-toting person who believes high-velocity guns and ammunition designed to inflict mass carnage on people should continue to be legal, this episode is not for you. Sadly, if the riddled bodies of little children don’t change your mind, I know nothing I sa...2022-06-0617 minAdventures with GrammyAdventures with GrammyEpisode 74. You can help end gun violenceWelcome to Episode 74 of the Adventures with Grammy Podcast. I am your host, Carolyn Berry. Today’s podcast is a different format from the usual guest interview. I, alone, will be speaking, and the topic is my views about gun control, specifically the guns used during school shootings. If you are a hard-right, gun-toting person who believes high-velocity guns and ammunition designed to inflict mass carnage on people should continue to be legal, this episode is not for you. Sadly, if the riddled bodies of little children don’t change your mind, I know nothing I sa...2022-06-0617 minAdventures with GrammyAdventures with GrammyEpisode 73. The Cool Grandpa Visits with GrammySign up for the Adventures with Grammy newsletter by clicking this link or by texting Grammy to 22828 to get started! To learn more about Adventures with Grammy and books by Carolyn Berry, visit https://adventureswithgrammy.com To leave feedback about the podcast and to suggest guests and topics, send an e-mail to carolyn@adventureswithgrammy.com Welcome to the Adventures with Grammy Podcast. I am your host, Carolyn Berry.   My guest for Episode 73 is Greg Payne, the host of the Cool-Grandpa podcast. At 48, Greg learned he soon would bec...2022-05-2829 minStorytelling – Adventures with Grammy PodcastStorytelling – Adventures with Grammy PodcastEpisode 73. The Cool Grandpa Visits with GrammySign up for the Adventures with Grammy newsletter by clicking this link or by texting Grammy to 22828 to get started! To learn more about Adventures with Grammy and books by Carolyn Berry, visit https://adventureswithgrammy.com To leave feedback about the podcast and to suggest guests and topics, send an e-mail to carolyn@adventureswithgrammy.com Welcome to the Adventures with Grammy Podcast. I am your host, Carolyn Berry.   My guest for Episode 73 is Greg Payne, the host of the Cool-Grandpa podcast. At 48, Greg learned he soon would bec...2022-05-2829 minAdventures with GrammyAdventures with GrammyEpisode 73. The Cool Grandpa Visits with GrammySign up for the Adventures with Grammy newsletter by clicking this link or by texting Grammy to 22828 to get started! To learn more about Adventures with Grammy and books by Carolyn Berry, visit https://adventureswithgrammy.com To leave feedback about the podcast and to suggest guests and topics, send an e-mail to carolyn@adventureswithgrammy.com Welcome to the Adventures with Grammy Podcast. I am your host, Carolyn Berry.   My guest for Episode 73 is Greg Payne, the host of the Cool-Grandpa podcast. At 48, Greg learned he soon would bec...2022-05-2829 minAdventures with GrammyAdventures with GrammyEpisode 72. Lily’s Poem — Dyslexia from a Child’s PerspectiveSign up for the Adventures with Grammy newsletter by clicking this link or by texting Grammy to 22828 to get started! To learn more about Adventures with Grammy and books by Carolyn Berry, visit https://adventureswithgrammy.com To leave feedback about the podcast and to suggest guests and topics, send an e-mail to carolyn@adventureswithgrammy.com Welcome to the Adventures with Grammy Podcast. I am your host, Carolyn Berry. Episode 72 features Lily, a 13-year-old student who has dyslexia, and her mother, Alexandra. Alexandra posted a poem in a Facebook group fo...2022-05-2033 minAdventures with GrammyAdventures with GrammyEpisode 72. Lily’s Poem — Dyslexia from a Child’s PerspectiveSign up for the Adventures with Grammy newsletter by clicking this link or by texting Grammy to 22828 to get started! To learn more about Adventures with Grammy and books by Carolyn Berry, visit https://adventureswithgrammy.com To leave feedback about the podcast and to suggest guests and topics, send an e-mail to carolyn@adventureswithgrammy.com Welcome to the Adventures with Grammy Podcast. I am your host, Carolyn Berry. Episode 72 features Lily, a 13-year-old student who has dyslexia, and her mother, Alexandra. Alexandra posted a poem in a Facebook group fo...2022-05-2033 minAdventures with GrammyAdventures with GrammyEpisode 71. A Podcast Swap with Emily Morgan  Sign up for the Adventures with Grammy newsletter by clicking this link or by texting Grammy to 22828 to get started! To learn more about Adventures with Grammy and books by Carolyn Berry, visit https://adventureswithgrammy.com To leave feedback about the podcast and to suggest guests and topics, send an e-mail to carolyn@adventureswithgrammy.com   Episode 71 is a rebroadcast of the January 12, 2022, episode of The Grand Life in which the host, Emily Morgan, interviewed me. There are not many podcasts for grandparents, and I have enjoyed The Gran...2022-05-1225 minAdventures with GrammyAdventures with GrammyEpisode 71. A Podcast Swap with Emily Morgan  Sign up for the Adventures with Grammy newsletter by clicking this link or by texting Grammy to 22828 to get started! To learn more about Adventures with Grammy and books by Carolyn Berry, visit https://adventureswithgrammy.com To leave feedback about the podcast and to suggest guests and topics, send an e-mail to carolyn@adventureswithgrammy.com   Episode 71 is a rebroadcast of the January 12, 2022, episode of The Grand Life in which the host, Emily Morgan, interviewed me. There are not many podcasts for grandparents, and I have enjoyed The Gran...2022-05-1225 minAdventures with GrammyAdventures with GrammyEpisode 70. Skip-Gen RV Cross-Country Road TripPlease take this survey! https://surveys.blubrry.com/adventureswithgrammy Sign up for the Adventures with Grammy newsletter by clicking this link or by texting Grammy to 22828 to get started! To learn more about Adventures with Grammy and books by Carolyn Berry, visit https://adventureswithgrammy.com To leave feedback about the podcast and to suggest guests and topics, send an e-mail to carolyn@adventureswithgrammy.com Episode 70 of the Adventures with Grammy Podcast is a rebroadcast of Episode 1, which features my sister discussing the skip-gen cross-country trip she and her husband and...2022-05-0626 minAdventures with GrammyAdventures with GrammyEpisode 70. Skip-Gen RV Cross-Country Road TripPlease take this survey! https://surveys.blubrry.com/adventureswithgrammy Sign up for the Adventures with Grammy newsletter by clicking this link or by texting Grammy to 22828 to get started! To learn more about Adventures with Grammy and books by Carolyn Berry, visit https://adventureswithgrammy.com To leave feedback about the podcast and to suggest guests and topics, send an e-mail to carolyn@adventureswithgrammy.com Episode 70 of the Adventures with Grammy Podcast is a rebroadcast of Episode 1, which features my sister discussing the skip-gen cross-country trip she and her husband and...2022-05-0626 minAdventures with GrammyAdventures with GrammyEpisode 69. Geocaching: Take Your Grandchildren on a Treasure Hunt    Please take this survey! https://surveys.blubrry.com/adventureswithgrammy Sign up for the Adventures with Grammy newsletter by clicking this link or by texting Grammy to 22828 to get started! To learn more about Adventures with Grammy and books by Carolyn Berry, visit https://adventureswithgrammy.com To leave feedback about the podcast and to suggest guests and topics, send an e-mail to carolyn@adventureswithgrammy.com Episode 69 is a rebroadcast of Episode 32 of the Adventures with Grammy Podcast. This episode features Amy Tilk, an engineer and the host...2022-04-2843 minAdventures with GrammyAdventures with GrammyEpisode 69. Geocaching: Take Your Grandchildren on a Treasure Hunt    Please take this survey! https://surveys.blubrry.com/adventureswithgrammy Sign up for the Adventures with Grammy newsletter by clicking this link or by texting Grammy to 22828 to get started! To learn more about Adventures with Grammy and books by Carolyn Berry, visit https://adventureswithgrammy.com To leave feedback about the podcast and to suggest guests and topics, send an e-mail to carolyn@adventureswithgrammy.com Episode 69 is a rebroadcast of Episode 32 of the Adventures with Grammy Podcast. This episode features Amy Tilk, an engineer and the host...2022-04-2843 minAdventures with GrammyAdventures with GrammyEpisode 68. Help Your Children Discover the Wonders of Art MuseumsPlease take this survey! https://surveys.blubrry.com/adventureswithgrammy Sign up for the Adventures with Grammy newsletter by clicking this link or by texting Grammy to 22828 to get started! To learn more about Adventures with Grammy and books by Carolyn Berry, visit https://adventureswithgrammy.com To leave feedback about the podcast and to suggest guests and topics, send an e-mail to carolyn@adventureswithgrammy.com Episode 68 is a rebroadcast of Episode 12 of the Adventures with Grammy Podcast. This episode features Mehreen Tenvir, who is known as Mom at the Museum on...2022-04-2125 minAdventures with GrammyAdventures with GrammyEpisode 68. Help Your Children Discover the Wonders of Art MuseumsPlease take this survey! https://surveys.blubrry.com/adventureswithgrammy Sign up for the Adventures with Grammy newsletter by clicking this link or by texting Grammy to 22828 to get started! To learn more about Adventures with Grammy and books by Carolyn Berry, visit https://adventureswithgrammy.com To leave feedback about the podcast and to suggest guests and topics, send an e-mail to carolyn@adventureswithgrammy.com Episode 68 is a rebroadcast of Episode 12 of the Adventures with Grammy Podcast. This episode features Mehreen Tenvir, who is known as Mom at the Museum on...2022-04-2125 minAdventures with GrammyAdventures with GrammyEpisode 67. Unconditional Love: Rescues and Adopting Children from Difficult PlacesPlease take this survey! https://surveys.blubrry.com/adventureswithgrammy Sign up for the Adventures with Grammy newsletter by clicking this link or by texting Grammy to 22828 to get started! To learn more about Adventures with Grammy and books by Carolyn Berry, visit https://adventureswithgrammy.com To leave feedback about the podcast and to suggest guests and topics, send an e-mail to carolyn@adventureswithgrammy.com   Today’s guest is Denise Gruzensky, the author of Not Like the Others: Harley’s Story, the first book in her series “Life Lessons...2022-04-1535 minAdventures with GrammyAdventures with GrammyEpisode 67. Unconditional Love: Rescues and Adopting Children from Difficult PlacesPlease take this survey! https://surveys.blubrry.com/adventureswithgrammy Sign up for the Adventures with Grammy newsletter by clicking this link or by texting Grammy to 22828 to get started! To learn more about Adventures with Grammy and books by Carolyn Berry, visit https://adventureswithgrammy.com To leave feedback about the podcast and to suggest guests and topics, send an e-mail to carolyn@adventureswithgrammy.com   Today’s guest is Denise Gruzensky, the author of Not Like the Others: Harley’s Story, the first book in her series “Life Lessons...2022-04-1535 minAdventures with GrammyAdventures with GrammyEpisode 66. Help Your Adult Grandchildren ExcelClick here to preorder/order Grad to Grown-up: 68 Tips to Excel in Your Personal and Professional Life Please take this survey! https://surveys.blubrry.com/adventureswithgrammy Sign up for the Adventures with Grammy newsletter by texting Grammy to 22828 to get started! To learn more about Adventures with Grammy and books by Carolyn Berry, visit https://adventureswithgrammy.com To leave feedback about the podcast and to suggest guests and topics, send an e-mail to carolyn@adventureswithgrammy.com Our guest this week is Gene Rice, one of...2022-04-0744 minAdventures with GrammyAdventures with GrammyEpisode 66. Help Your Adult Grandchildren ExcelClick here to preorder/order Grad to Grown-up: 68 Tips to Excel in Your Personal and Professional Life Please take this survey! https://surveys.blubrry.com/adventureswithgrammy Sign up for the Adventures with Grammy newsletter by texting Grammy to 22828 to get started! To learn more about Adventures with Grammy and books by Carolyn Berry, visit https://adventureswithgrammy.com To leave feedback about the podcast and to suggest guests and topics, send an e-mail to carolyn@adventureswithgrammy.com Our guest this week is Gene Rice, one of...2022-04-0744 minAdventures with GrammyAdventures with GrammyEpisode 65. Music Can Increase Your Child’s IntelligenceSign up for the Adventures with Grammy newsletter by texting Grammy to 22828 to get started! Newsletter subscribers are eligible to win the next book giveaway: April 7. Grad to Grown-up by Gene Rice To learn more about Adventures with Grammy and books by Carolyn Berry, visit https://adventureswithgrammy.com To leave feedback about the podcast and to suggest guests and topics, send an e-mail to carolyn@adventureswithgrammy.com Do you know that playing a musical instrument is the only thing we do that exercises the entire brain at once? When a ch...2022-03-311h 02Adventures with GrammyAdventures with GrammyEpisode 65. Music Can Increase Your Child’s IntelligenceSign up for the Adventures with Grammy newsletter by texting Grammy to 22828 to get started! Newsletter subscribers are eligible to win the next book giveaway: April 7. Grad to Grown-up by Gene Rice To learn more about Adventures with Grammy and books by Carolyn Berry, visit https://adventureswithgrammy.com To leave feedback about the podcast and to suggest guests and topics, send an e-mail to carolyn@adventureswithgrammy.com Do you know that playing a musical instrument is the only thing we do that exercises the entire brain at once? When a ch...2022-03-311h 02Adventures with GrammyAdventures with GrammyEpisode 64. The Gift of Play  Sign up for the Adventures with Grammy newsletter by texting Grammy to 22828 to get started! Newsletter subscribers are eligible to win the next book giveaway: April 7. Grad to Grown-up by Gene Rice To learn more about Adventures with Grammy and books by Carolyn Berry, visit https://adventureswithgrammy.com To leave feedback about the podcast and to suggest guests and topics, send an e-mail to carolyn@adventureswithgrammy.com Our guest today is Dr. Judith Van Hoorn, a grandmother, educator and expert on young children’s play. In addition to nu...2022-03-241h 02Adventures with GrammyAdventures with GrammyEpisode 64. The Gift of Play  Sign up for the Adventures with Grammy newsletter by texting Grammy to 22828 to get started! Newsletter subscribers are eligible to win the next book giveaway: April 7. Grad to Grown-up by Gene Rice To learn more about Adventures with Grammy and books by Carolyn Berry, visit https://adventureswithgrammy.com To leave feedback about the podcast and to suggest guests and topics, send an e-mail to carolyn@adventureswithgrammy.com Our guest today is Dr. Judith Van Hoorn, a grandmother, educator and expert on young children’s play. In addition to nu...2022-03-241h 02Adventures with GrammyAdventures with GrammyEpisode 63. Peekabond: The App for Long-Distance Grandparents  Sign up for the Adventures with Grammy newsletter by texting Grammy to 22828 to get started! Newsletter subscribers are eligible to win the next book giveaway: April 7. Grad to Grown-up by Gene Rice My guest today is Anieke Lamars, the co-founder & CEO of Peekabond — an app that helps families across the world build bonds with young children at a distance. The app combines asynchronous video connections, with playful, science-based inspiration, including games, stories and songs to help long-distance grandparents connect with their grandchildren. I like the app because I can record a video my grand...2022-03-1725 minAdventures with GrammyAdventures with GrammyEpisode 63. Peekabond: The App for Long-Distance Grandparents  Sign up for the Adventures with Grammy newsletter by texting Grammy to 22828 to get started! Newsletter subscribers are eligible to win the next book giveaway: April 7. Grad to Grown-up by Gene Rice My guest today is Anieke Lamars, the co-founder & CEO of Peekabond — an app that helps families across the world build bonds with young children at a distance. The app combines asynchronous video connections, with playful, science-based inspiration, including games, stories and songs to help long-distance grandparents connect with their grandchildren. I like the app because I can record a video my grand...2022-03-1725 minAdventures with GrammyAdventures with GrammyEpisode 62. The Autism DadSign up for the Adventures with Grammy newsletter by texting Grammy to 22828 to get started! Newsletter subscribers are eligible to win the next book giveaway: April 7. Grad to Grown-up by Gene Rice Rob Gorski’s three sons are on the Autism Spectrum. When he first learned about autism, he was angry, bewildered and often felt alone. He poured his thoughts and feelings into a blog he never imagined anyone would read, but they did. In 2020, he launched his podcast … the Autism Dad. Rob is with us today to share his journey, to introduce us to his...2022-03-1037 minAdventures with GrammyAdventures with GrammyEpisode 62. The Autism DadSign up for the Adventures with Grammy newsletter by texting Grammy to 22828 to get started! Newsletter subscribers are eligible to win the next book giveaway: April 7. Grad to Grown-up by Gene Rice Rob Gorski’s three sons are on the Autism Spectrum. When he first learned about autism, he was angry, bewildered and often felt alone. He poured his thoughts and feelings into a blog he never imagined anyone would read, but they did. In 2020, he launched his podcast … the Autism Dad. Rob is with us today to share his journey, to introduce us to his...2022-03-1037 minAdventures with GrammyAdventures with GrammyEpisode 60. Hart County: Where Grandparents’ Dreams Come TrueHart County, Ky, is a fascinating destination for grandparents and their grandchildren to spend time. Located in south central Kentucky, you’ll find gently rolling hillsides, underground rivers, caves, ziplines and covered wagons in which to rest your head. It’s a grandparent’s dream come true … a place to make memories with your grandchildren. Joining me today to share the fun families can expect once they hop off the interstate is Sandra Wilson, the executive director at Hart County Tourist Commission. Home – Hart County Tourism (kygetaway.com)   To learn more about this p...2022-02-2437 minAdventures with GrammyAdventures with GrammyEpisode 60. Hart County: Where Grandparents’ Dreams Come TrueHart County, Ky, is a fascinating destination for grandparents and their grandchildren to spend time. Located in south central Kentucky, you’ll find gently rolling hillsides, underground rivers, caves, ziplines and covered wagons in which to rest your head. It’s a grandparent’s dream come true … a place to make memories with your grandchildren. Joining me today to share the fun families can expect once they hop off the interstate is Sandra Wilson, the executive director at Hart County Tourist Commission. Home – Hart County Tourism (kygetaway.com)   To learn more about this p...2022-02-2437 minAdventures with GrammyAdventures with GrammyEpisode 59: Insider Tips for Making Magical Memories at Walt Disney World  Spring Break is fast approaching, and many families plan to head to Disney. Listen to Nikki Hendrix and her father, Manny Oliverez (Episode 52), talk about everything Disney. Their tips will help your family make the most of your Disney vacation. Let the Magic Begin! Be sure to stay to the end to learn who will win a copy of his new book, 100 Things I Love about Grandpa. Nikki Hendricks @ Favorite Grampy Travels https://facebook.com/group/disneyfriendsandfamily https://favoritegrampytravels.com #snacklist Manny Oliverez, also known a...2022-02-1756 minAdventures with GrammyAdventures with GrammyEpisode 59: Insider Tips for Making Magical Memories at Walt Disney World  Spring Break is fast approaching, and many families plan to head to Disney. Listen to Nikki Hendrix and her father, Manny Oliverez (Episode 52), talk about everything Disney. Their tips will help your family make the most of your Disney vacation. Let the Magic Begin! Be sure to stay to the end to learn who will win a copy of his new book, 100 Things I Love about Grandpa. Nikki Hendricks @ Favorite Grampy Travels https://facebook.com/group/disneyfriendsandfamily https://favoritegrampytravels.com #snacklist Manny Oliverez, also known a...2022-02-1756 minAdventures with GrammyAdventures with GrammyEpisode 52. Every Child Needs a Favorite GrampyToday’s guest is Manny Oliverez – also known as Favorite Grampy. You can contact Favorite Grampy at https://favoritegrampy.com/ and https://www.instagram.com/favoritegrampy Buy his book at Amazon.com: A Love Journal: 100 Things I Love about Grandpa (100 Things I Love About You Journal): 9781638073444: Oliverez, Manny: Books Visit his author page at Amazon.com: Manny Oliverez: Books, Biography, Blog, Audiobooks, Kindle You can contact his daughter’s travel agency at https://www.facebook.com/FavoriteGrampyTravels/ and https://www.FavoriteGrampyTravels.com/   To learn more about t...2021-12-3046 minAdventures with GrammyAdventures with GrammyEpisode 52. Every Child Needs a Favorite GrampyToday’s guest is Manny Oliverez – also known as Favorite Grampy. You can contact Favorite Grampy at https://favoritegrampy.com/ and https://www.instagram.com/favoritegrampy Buy his book at Amazon.com: A Love Journal: 100 Things I Love about Grandpa (100 Things I Love About You Journal): 9781638073444: Oliverez, Manny: Books Visit his author page at Amazon.com: Manny Oliverez: Books, Biography, Blog, Audiobooks, Kindle You can contact his daughter’s travel agency at https://www.facebook.com/FavoriteGrampyTravels/ and https://www.FavoriteGrampyTravels.com/   To learn more about t...2021-12-3046 minAdventures with GrammyAdventures with GrammyEpisode 51. Christmas MemoriesThis episode is an edited rebroadcast from Christmas 2020. It is filled with memories of Christmases long ago. What are your Christmas memories? Which carol or song is your favorite? Do you have a traditional Christmas feast, or do you go out? Please share your memories with me for the Christmas 2022 episode. I mentioned the legacy journals I have compiled. They will jumpstart your memoir writing … quick and easy to follow. The entire purpose of the podcast and my writing is to help grandparents deepen their relationships with their grandchildren. Writing in legacy journals and researching your family tr...2021-12-2321 minAdventures with GrammyAdventures with GrammyEpisode 50. My Country Cousins: a chapter book series for ages 6-10Welcome to the Adventures with Grammy podcast. I’m your host, Carolyn Berry. Today my guests are Heather and Quinn, the mother and daughter writing team who uses the pen name Heather N. Quinn. They live in Canada, the setting for their newly released book series, My Country Cousins. The first book in the series is Journey to Juniper Junction The second book in the series, Adventures at Almosta Farm, will be available next month. Contact Information: Email: hello@heathernquinn.com https://heathernquinn.com https://instagram.com/heathernquinn https://www.facebook.com/profile.php...2021-12-1638 minAdventures with GrammyAdventures with GrammyEpisode 50. My Country Cousins: a chapter book series for ages 6-10Welcome to the Adventures with Grammy podcast. I’m your host, Carolyn Berry. Today my guests are Heather and Quinn, the mother and daughter writing team who uses the pen name Heather N. Quinn. They live in Canada, the setting for their newly released book series, My Country Cousins. The first book in the series is Journey to Juniper Junction The second book in the series, Adventures at Almosta Farm, will be available next month. Contact Information: Email: hello@heathernquinn.com https://heathernquinn.com https://instagram.com/heathernquinn https://www.facebook.com/profile.php...2021-12-1638 minAdventures with GrammyAdventures with GrammyEpisode 49. Queen Vernita’s Magical Christmas Train Ride.  Dr. Dawn Menge has won forty-one national awards as the author of the Queen Vernita educational series, which is children’s book series based on her real-life adventures. She holds a PhD in Curriculum and Instruction, a master’s degree and a Clear Credential in moderate/severe disabilities, and a bachelor’s degree in human development. Dr. Menge has been teaching severely handicapped students for nineteen years. She has three children and five beautiful grandchildren and lives in Southern California. She has joined us today to read Queen Vernita’s Magical Christmas Train Ride. www.drdawnmen...2021-12-0916 minAdventures with GrammyAdventures with GrammyEpisode 47. Amazing Ways to Research Your Family Tree and Write Your Personal HistoryEpisode 47. Amazing Ways to Research Your Family Tree and Write Your Personal History In honor of Thanksgiving Day, Sharlene Habermeyer and I chat about genealogy and the importance of knowing your ancestors. She tells us how she and her husband began their research and how much easier discovering the leaves of your family tree is today with information posted online. Sharlene and her husband of 44 years, Mark, were blessed with five sons and 13 grandchildren. They know the joys of parenting and grandparenting and the gut-wrenching emotions of losing their fourth son to a brain disorder.2021-11-2550 minAdventures with GrammyAdventures with GrammyEpisode 46. We’re doing a podcast swap! Emily Morgan, host of the Grand Life: Wholehearted Grandparenting, is my guest.We’re doing a podcast swap! My guest today is Emily Morgan, the host of another grandparenting podcast, The Grand Life: Wholehearted Grandparenting. Her husband, Mike Morgan, is the sound engineer. Emily shares with us how she and Mike met, how the podcast began, and how it has evolved. Now in its fifth season, The Grand Life entertains, educates, and enlightens grandparents who want to become the best they can be. Emily Morgan says the podcast explores grandparenting, the relationships within the role, and the ways in which our grandparenting impacts our children–and their chil...2021-11-1836 minAdventures with GrammyAdventures with GrammyEpisode 45. Educator has a rock-solid commitment to students and teachers Educator Bradlee W. Skinner says great schools do not happen by accident. They are the result of a consistent investment of time, thoughtfulness, forgiveness, mutual respect between teachers and administrators, and a rock-solid commitment to do what is best for kids. In addition to teaching, Skinner is an actor, playwright, speaker, DJ and celebrity impersonator. He has been recognized as the Wyoming Theatre Director of the Year, District Teacher of the Year for his school district, and this past summer Jostens company recognized him as its National Educator of the Year. To contact him, visit his website at bradleewskinner...2021-11-1138 minAdventures with GrammyAdventures with GrammyEpisode 44. My child is struggling in school; how can I help?Episode 44.  My child is struggling in school; how can I help? Diane Kirby has been in education for almost 26 years; 18 of which has focused on special education. She talks with us today about IEPs, testing, and how to help your child be successful in the classroom. E-mail: iepfixer@gmail.com   Resources: https://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/osers/osep/index.html https://www.doe.virginia.gov/special_ed/index.shtml http://vafamilysped.org/   http://vafamilysped.org/Resource/JWHaEa5BS75ZgwwtZ1TvX...2021-11-0435 minAdventures with GrammyAdventures with GrammyEpisode 43. Heart Surgeon Shows People How to Stay Off His Operating TableStay Off My Operating Table will be available in print, e-book and audio formats November 11, 2021, from most booksellers.   https://www.amazon.com/Stay-off-Operating-Table-Metabolic-ebook/dp/B09GL4S6G4/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&qid=1635267262&refinements=p_27%3AJack+Murphy&s=digital-text&sr=1-1&text=Jack+Murphy   Dr. Ovadia’s newsletter signup and metabolic health quiz: https://ifixhearts.co/   How to judge your metabolic health: Women Men Waist (less than) 35 inches 40 inches BP systolic/diastolic 130/85 130/85 Fasting glucose level Less than 100 Less than 100 Cholesterol HDL More than 50 More than 40 Trigl...2021-10-2841 minAdventures with GrammyAdventures with GrammyEpisode 42. Rekindle the magic in your life with the Five Keys of Greatness!If you ever have found yourself in a dark place devoid of joy and happiness or are unsure of your next step, the award-winning debut novel The Little Book of Greatness by today’s guest, Ari Gunzburg, will resonate with you. It’s the story of David as he sits atop a cliff wondering why his life should go on. Many have compared The Little Book of Greatness to The Alchemist, The Monk Who Sold His Ferrari, and The Secret. Unlike those books, Gunzburg says the framework of his book and the five keys of greatness also will...2021-10-2123 minAdventures with GrammyAdventures with GrammyEpisode 41. Zen Pig teaches mindfulnessEpisode 41 Zen Pig with children’s author Mark Brown Please join me in welcoming to the podcast Mark Brown, the author of a series of books that feature Zen Pig as the main character. Zen Pig teaches young readers the importance of gratitude, justice, empathy, compassion, and other soft skills that are important for people of all ages to embrace. Mark initially wrote the first book for his son, Noble. He wanted to ensure his son learned gratitude at an early age – not later in life as he had – and Noble’s behavior and curiosity have ins...2021-10-1438 minAdventures with GrammyAdventures with GrammyEpisode 39. Engines! With 25 Science Projects for KidsEpisode 39. Engines! With 25 Science Projects for Kids How does a car move from one place to another? How do cranes lift heavy objects? Readers will learn this and more in Donna McKinney’s latest book, Engines! From ancient times to now, engines have powered people’s lives. Engines! With 25 Science Projects for Kids invites readers ages 7 to 10 to explore engines and deepen their understanding of the history of engines, what makes them hum, and all the special jobs they do for humans. You’ll even learn a few science jokes! Hands-on engineering projects includ...2021-09-3024 minAdventures with GrammyAdventures with GrammyEpisode 38. This Bronx Girl Knew She CouldEpisode 38. This Bronx Girl Knew She Could Life was not easy for the little girl growing up in the Bronx. Alcoholic parents, domestic violence, a learning difference, wrong decisions, infidelity, and depression left Kimberly Yvette Griffin longing for a lifestyle for her and her three children that seemed beyond her reach. Writing in her journal helped her cope with feeling isolated. It helped when her parents died and again after her son Joey committed suicide. A harsh reality forged a resolve and transformed this mother of three and grandmother of two into an...2021-09-2332 minAdventures with GrammyAdventures with GrammyEpisode 37. Grandson Strives to Secure a Best Historical Album Grammy award in 2022 to Honor GrandpaEpisode 37. Grandson strives to honor his Grandfather and the 746th Far East Army Air Force Band and secure a Best Historical Album Grammy award in 2022 Hark back to the era of the big band, jazz and swing music and the names Glenn Miller, Vaughan Monroe, Dizzie Gillespie, Tommy Dorsey, Artie Shaw, Count Basie, Duke Ellington, and Louis Armstrong come to mind. Lost among those sounds are the World War II bands that went to war. Many of those 500 military bands accompanied combat units and performed concerts close to the front lines. The 746th...2021-09-1638 minAdventures with GrammyAdventures with GrammyEpisode 36. “A Song for Grandma and Grandpa”Episode 36. A Song for Grandma and Grandpa by Johnny Prill https://www.nationalgrandparentsday.com/ https://www.facebook.com/nationalgrandparentsday https://www.youtube.com/c/JohnnyPrill A Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter in the folk-polka tradition, Johnny Prill has received numerous accolades for both his music and his volunteerism, which began when he was 12 years old performing with his accordion at local nursing homes. Except for the impact of COVID-19, Johnny Prill and his family have performed monthly at the Cortney Manor Nursing Home since 1986. Each year they host an annual Christmas Eve...2021-09-0913 minAdventures with GrammyAdventures with GrammyEpisode 35. How to Feed Your NinjasTracy Johnson, the author of How to Feed Your Ninjas, is today’s guest. Her journey began 40 years ago when she was diagnosed with Chron’s Disease. She discovered exercise and a healthy diet eased her symptoms, and for 20 years she has been symptom-free without medication. Her brother’s diagnosis with a cancer that would not respond to conventional treatment inspired Tracy to research immunotherapy. Grief-stricken with her brother’s refusal to consider changing his diet and his subsequent death, Tracy turned her attention to sharing her message with children. In addition, she created a nonprofi...2021-09-0323 minAdventures with GrammyAdventures with GrammyEpisode 35. How to Feed Your NinjasTracy Johnson, the author of How to Feed Your Ninjas, is today’s guest. Her journey began 40 years ago when she was diagnosed with Chron’s Disease. She discovered exercise and a healthy diet eased her symptoms, and for 20 years she has been symptom-free without medication. Her brother’s diagnosis with a cancer that would not respond to conventional treatment inspired Tracy to research immunotherapy. Grief-stricken with her brother’s refusal to consider changing his diet and his subsequent death, Tracy turned her attention to sharing her message with children. In addition, she created a nonprofi...2021-09-0323 minAdventures with GrammyAdventures with GrammyEpisode 34. Supporting Our Children to Help Them Be Better ParentsThis week’s guest is Gramps Jeffrey, a grandfather of six and the author of the children’s book, I Don’t Want to be 3! He also is the author of a business book, The Secrets of Retailing…How to Beat Walmart. He wrote the book to help entrepreneurs and small businesses compete against the big guys. He has written more than 100 articles for the Huffington Post about small businesses, education, the homeless and nonprofit organizations. Gramps Jeffrey. Welcome to the Adventures with Grammy podcast. Please tell us about your writing journey and why you wrote your children...2021-08-2632 minAdventures with GrammyAdventures with GrammyEpisode 33. Curly Crew Books Highlight Kids of ColorEpisode 33. Curly Crew Books August 18, 2021 Guests: Markita Staples-Green Markita Staples-Green is the creator of Curly Crew Books – picture books that feature kids of color with curly hair, braids, and colorful beads. The mother of two young daughters, Markita is passionate about helping babies and young children identify with diverse characters and discover the joy of reading at a young age. Before embarking on her writing and publishing career, Markita worked in procurement, supply chain management, and marketing for several large corporations, including Ford Motor Company, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois, United Ai...2021-08-1932 minAdventures with GrammyAdventures with GrammyEpisode 32. Geocaching: A modern day treasure huntTravel approximately 5 miles due east from where I live and you will discover the Chesapeake Bay with its many inlets and tributaries – just the sort of waterway pirates in the 17th and 18th centuries navigated with the intent of discovering (pilfering) and burying treasures. Fast forward to today. Those of us who live near the Bay no longer fear pirates, but we still navigate the area discovering and burying treasures legally. We’re playing a game today’s guest describes as “hunting for Tupperware in the woods.” It’s geocaching. Amie Tilk, the host of Geocache Adv...2021-08-1244 minAdventures with GrammyAdventures with GrammyEpisode 31. Are you Ga Ga over your grandchildren? Join the GaGa Sisterhood!GaGa Sisterhood Today’s guest is Donne Davis. Ever since she became a grandma she’s been on a mission to connect with other grandmas and explore what it means to be a modern grandma. “We’re in a new era of grandmotherhood,” she says. “We have more time, technology, and talent. My mission is to inspire grandmas to tap into all these resources so we’ll keep growing along with our grandchildren and children and stay connected with them.” She founded the GaGa Sisterhood 18 years ago as a social network for enthusiastic, creative, caring women who indulg...2021-08-0650 minAdventures with GrammyAdventures with GrammyEpisode 30. An innovative nonprofit highlights the need for intergenerational interactions: Seniors4SeniorsEpisode 30. Seniors 4 Seniors July 29, 2021 Guests: Eric Ross Peterson and Dr. Jason Powell Eric Ross Peterson is the CEO and founder of Seniors4Seniors, a nonprofit non-profit organization based in Colorado that connects high school and senior citizens with the goal of helping each party learn from and mentor each other. His biography says, “As a caregiver in a senior community, I was made aware of the challenges which the senior residents I cared for were facing daily. In doing so I also became aware that our youth, especially those in their high school years, we...2021-07-3035 minAdventures with GrammyAdventures with GrammyEpisode 29. Nana Jill shares tips for hosting a successful Cousins Camp and strategies for talking with teen and tween grandchildrenMy guest this week is Jill Bowler, also known as Nana Jill. She has a blog and a newsletter titled Adventures in NanaLand brimming with all things necessary to help grandparents be the best grandparents they can be. Before we listen to my conversation with Nana Jill, I want to remind you that the Adventures with Grammy Essay Contest will launch Friday, July 23, which is Gorgeous Grandma Day. The essay contest is a way for children ages 5 to 16 to honor their grands in 250 words or less by completing the statement: “My Grand___________ is grand because_______________________.” To l...2021-07-2248 minAdventures with GrammyAdventures with GrammyEpisode 28: Two little girls, one with autism, one a neurotypical child, form a long-lasting friendship and enjoy a day at the zooEpisode 28 July 15, 2021 Adventures with Grammy Essay Contest Gorgeous Grandma Day – Grandparents Day 2021 Adventures with Gammy Essay Contest Contest Overview http://www.adventureswithgrammy.com/podcast/contest.html Contest Rules http://www.adventureswithgrammy.com/podcast/rules.html Contest Prizes http://www.adventureswithgrammy.com/podcast/prizes.html Contest Sponsors (A HUGE THANK YOU!!!) http://www.adventureswithgrammy.com/podcast/sponsors.html Contest Entry Form http://www.adventureswithgrammy.com/podcast/form.html *************************************************** Emma and Harper enjoy a day at the zoo According to au...2021-07-1524 minAdventures with GrammyAdventures with GrammyEpisode 27. Rozanne Travels to Africa to Kiss a GiraffeEpisode 27 July 8, 2021 Adventures with Grammy Essay Contest Gorgeous Grandma Day – Grandparents Day 2021 Adventures with Gammy Essay Contest Contest Overview http://www.adventureswithgrammy.com/podcast/contest.html Contest Rules http://www.adventureswithgrammy.com/podcast/rules.html Contest Prizes http://www.adventureswithgrammy.com/podcast/prizes.html Contest Sponsors (A HUGE THANK YOU!!!) http://www.adventureswithgrammy.com/podcast/sponsors.html Contest Entry Form http://www.adventureswithgrammy.com/podcast/form.html Rozanne Weisman is a renowned Washington, DC-based marketing communications executive who has won more th...2021-07-081h 01Adventures with GrammyAdventures with GrammyEpisode 25: Are you a modern-day grandparent? Do you celebrate Gorgeous Grandmothers’ Day?Episode 25: Are you a modern-day grandparent? Do you celebrate Gorgeous Grandmothers’ Day? Guests: Suzette Perez-Tate and Anissa Delaluz The Book Created by Suzette Perez-Tate and co-authored by Anisa Delaluz, The Grands is a children’s book series intended to break stereotypes of what it means to be a grandparent in the 21st century. Today’s Grand is active, career-minded, stylish, and tech-savvy while still maintaining the age-old essence of being a grandparent. This series will also feature the role Great Grandparents, Great Aunts & Uncles have in a child’s life. Many stories will be told foc...2021-06-2431 minAdventures with GrammyAdventures with GrammyEpisode 24. Silly YaYa finds inspiration from her familyViolet Favero has nine granddaughters! No grandsons! Lots of glitter and bows when the girls visit their grandparents. The medical administrator turned children’s picture book author/illustrator gathers inspiration for her stories from her every day life … her immigrant grandfather, her family’s Sunday dinner tradition, her brother … who one granddaughter thinks lives at the zoo …. and more! Visit the links to learn more about this fascinating second-generation Greek American! https://www.amazon.com/s?k=violet+favero&i=stripbooks&ref=nb_sb_noss https://www.sillyyaya.com/ https://ww...2021-06-1744 minAdventures with GrammyAdventures with GrammyEpisode 22. Positive Kids Today: The Hand HugWelcome to the podcast episode that highlights the works of PositiveKidsToday.com — a website filled with books, apps, programs and resources developed to support the emotional and mental wellbeing of children. Niki Spears and Brandi Pillow, a mother and daughter team, aim to help young children develop positive attitudes about themselves and their worlds. Niki, a mother of three girls and a former educator, understands the way in which children see themselves can impact their successes with building strong trusting relationships. Niki knows that struggle, so she and Brandi provide young children with strategies to support their em...2021-06-0328 minAdventures with GrammyAdventures with GrammyEpisode 15 Grandma Joi Shares Words of WisdomJoi Warburton, a grandmother to nine girls and one boy, shares her values and wisdom about parenting and grandparenting. https://www.instagram.com/joiwar/ Links to organizations and books mentioned in the podcast are below: Beatrice’s Goat by Page McBrier Based on a true story, this heartwarming picture book shows how one gift changed the fate of a poor Ugandan family—especially the young girl who wanted to go to school. More than anything, Beatrice longs to be a schoolgirl. But in her small African village, only children who can afford unif...2021-04-1529 minAdventures with GrammyAdventures with Grammy13. What do you do when your child is melting down?When putting together this episode of the podcast, I reflected on what my late husband and I had said we wanted for our children when they became adults. We wanted them to be happy, healthy, and able to afford the toys they would want to buy. We wanted our sons and our daughter to be confident and kind, and we wanted them to know how to cook, to do their laundry, and to change a flat tire. We were not perfect parents, but as I watch my now adult children, I know we gave them a firm...2021-04-0158 minAdventures with GrammyAdventures with GrammyAn update to the Adventures with Grammy podcast formatThe Adventures with Grammy podcast is for grandparents who are on-the-go with their grandchildren. It is for grandparents who want loving relationships with their grandchildren and for parents who want their children to enjoy loving relationships across the generations. This update reflects a few changes I have made to the podcast’s format since I first decided to launch it. Those changes are outlined below. Each episode will feature guest interviews and three segments: 1. Children’s book reviews and/or interviews with children’s authors; 2. Fun activities to do at home with grandch...2020-12-1306 minAdventures with GrammyAdventures with GrammyAn update to the Adventures with Grammy podcast formatThe Adventures with Grammy podcast is for grandparents who are on-the-go with their grandchildren. It is for grandparents who want loving relationships with their grandchildren and for parents who want their children to enjoy loving relationships across the generations. This update reflects a few changes I have made to the podcast’s format since I first decided to launch it. Those changes are outlined below. Each episode will feature guest interviews and three segments: 1. Children’s book reviews and/or interviews with children’s authors; 2. Fun activities to do at home with grandch...2020-12-1306 minAdventures with GrammyAdventures with GrammyAn Introduction to the Adventures with Grammy PodcastWelcome to the Adventures with Grammy Podcast. www.adventureswithgrammy.com/podcast A podcast for grandparents on-the-go with their grandkids! I am your host, Carolyn Berry This podcast is for grandparents who want to hold special places in their grandchildren’s hearts and for parents who want to ensure loving relationships across the generations. I have six reasons for this project: Those reasons are my six grandchildren … Gavin, Cain, Channing, Hunter, Scarlett and Juliet. I want them to dream big! I am an advocate for travel adventures beca...2020-10-2106 minAdventures with GrammyAdventures with GrammyAn Introduction to the Adventures with Grammy PodcastWelcome to the Adventures with Grammy Podcast. www.adventureswithgrammy.com/podcast A podcast for grandparents on-the-go with their grandkids! I am your host, Carolyn Berry This podcast is for grandparents who want to hold special places in their grandchildren’s hearts and for parents who want to ensure loving relationships across the generations. I have six reasons for this project: Those reasons are my six grandchildren … Gavin, Cain, Channing, Hunter, Scarlett and Juliet. I want them to dream big! I am an advocate for travel adventures beca...2020-10-2106 min