Building GRAND-Families Inc.

Come and meet other grandparents who are doing the same as you

Join us every third Tuesday of the Month at the West River United Church in Cornwall PEI to learn more and meet other grandparents doing the same

For all those Grandmas out there this is for you Mom, can I sleep at Grandma's tonight ? I heard in the car, this morning... When I managed to turn around, to see my child, it made me go back to the past, with just one sentence...... She was no longer within my reach. I travelled far... When did time go by and make us adults full of boring priorities? We fight every day, for something we're not even sure we really want... When in fact, grandma's house, is what everyone needs to be happy. Grandma's house, is where the hands of the clock take a vacation with us and the minutes unhurriedly, go by. Grandma's house is where a simple pasta and homemade bread seem to have different flavours, delicious... Grandma's house is where an innocent afternoon, can last for an eternity of games and fantasies. Grandma's house is where the cupboards hide old clothes and mysterious tools. Grandma's house is where the closed boxes become chests of secret treasures, ready to be unveiled. Grandma's house is where toys rarely come ready, they are invented on the spot. Grandma's house, is where everything is mysteriously possible, magic happens and without worries. Grandma's house is where we find the remains of our parents' childhood and the beginning of our lives. Grandma's house, on the inside, is the address of our deepest affection, where everything is allowed. That luxury no longer belongs to me - unfortunately - it will live with me, only in memories. Even so, if I could place an order now... any order of all orders in the world, I would order the same thing... "Can I sleep at Grandma's tonight?" (Author unknown) See more

For all those Grandfamilies out there

Just for your information...

W I S E W: Wear a Mask or Face-covering I: Isolate yourself from others when you are sick... S. Stay 2 metres (6 ft.) apart from those outside E. Exercise proper hygiene, wash your hands regularly.

Today's show was about grandparents who are primary caregivers to their grandchildren. We promised to post a poem that one of our guests, Don Avery of Building ...GRAND-Families Inc., started to read on the show. Here it is from start to finish: Grandparents are Special - A Tribute to Grandparents Raising Their Grandchildren We gather here to celebrate you for all you’ve done For caring for your granddaughter and/or your grandson You took on this awesome task that no one else could do, Because no one loves and cares for your grandchild quite like you. You had the courage to start all over again Raising your grandchildren at an age when You thought you might retire, travel and rest But the children needed caregivers, and they needed the best. Some came to you in pampers and most in tears Needing nurturing and someone who cares. Others came as toddlers, exploring the world on the run You couldn’t believe this happened after you thought that you were done. Still others came at school age, when they needed guidance and direction Science may have you baffled but you are great at giving affection. And some of you have teenagers, oh my, what can I say. Just keep reminding yourself that they won’t stay this way. We know it has not been easy often quite a heavy load And there have been many bumps along the road You’ve been misunderstood, labeled and denied the services you need Often criticized and not recognized for your labor or your good deed. But we are here to honor you who have done so much To change the lives of children with your special touch We thank you grandparents: we thank you once, we thank you twice And know you are appreciated for the rest of your life.

This is what rainy mornings at the office look like families come in all shapes and sizes. #families #GRANDFamilies #gsdofinstagram #love #rainyday #autumnvibes

Looking forward to tomorrow’s dialogue

Great dialogue with our Premier Dennis King today with one of our great partners Dr Christina Murray from UPEI