My Grandmother
Grandma, Family, Elders, Honor, Love, Support, Respect, Legacy
He or She Might Be Thinking About...
- I love having all of my family together.
- I want to leave a legacy for my children and grandchildren.
- I really want to connect with my grandchildren.
- I want my grandchildren to have the best opportunities to succeed.
- I hope my family carries on my favorite recipes and our family traditions.
- I wish I could do more to be a part of my kids' lives.
- I wish I would have spent less time working, and more time with my kids.
- Every holiday is precious to me now.
- Spending time with my children and grandchildren means everything to me.
- I wish I could do more to encourage my grandchildren.
- I don't know how to connect with today's generation.
- I feel so old.
- All of my friends are passing away.
- I am not sure if my kids trust me to be alone with the grandchildren.
- I want to be treated with respect.
- What do I do if I don't agree with my children's parenting style?
- How do I resolve conflict with my children and grandchildren?
- What is the best way to discipline my grandchildren when they're under my care?
- The world is so different these days.
- Everything is changing so quickly.
- I can't keep up with technology.
- My memory is fading fast.
Words That Might Be Encouraging
- I love you grandma.
- Grandmother you have a heart of gold.
- It's such a blessing to have you in our lives.
- I would love to hear more about how you grew up.
- How did you meet grandpa?
- You should visit more often. We love having you around.
- What is the most important value that you want your grandchildren to embrace?
- You are the rock of our family.
- I love spending time with you.
- Thank you for always being there for us when we need you.
- I think you have a lot of great life lessons that I will to pass along to my kids.
- You have achieved a lot of success. I have learned a lot from you.
- What can you tell us about the history of our family?
- What are the most difficult and most rewarding things about?
- What do you want your children and grandchildren to remember about you?
- What life advice would you pass along to your grandchildren?
- What were your children like when they were growing up?
- What were your things to do growing up?
- Did you play any sports?
- What is your favorite recipe?
- What was my mom/dad like growing up?
- What was your first job? What was your favorite job?
- What’s your favorite book?
- What was your favorite song when you were growing up?
- Where and when were you born? Did your parents ever share their memories with you about the day you were born?
- Who were your heroes or role models when you were young?
- I hope I grow to be half of the incredible person you are.
- You are my favorite person.
Words That Might Be Discouraging
- You aren't going to be around much longer.
- It's a lot different now than when you were young.
- Are you sure you're feeling alright? You don't look very good.
- You're so old grandma.
- Your memory is escaping you.
- You're losing it.
- You aren't as sharp as you used to be.
- Did you take all of your medication today?
- When is the last time you went to see the doctor?
- Your house smells funny.
- I don't like staying at grandma's house.
- You need to get some new hobbies.
- That's the 100th time you've told that story.
- Your story changes every time you tell it.
- You don't look so good.
- Are you sure you're feeling alright?
- Why do you keep the thermostat set on 80 degrees?
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