It's time to pay tribute to our grandparents on September 12 for Grandparent's Day! What are some ideas we can do or give them to celebrate this day?
1. Cook
Cook their favorite dishes for them. You don't have to cook all of their favorite dishes, just pick one or two to make. You can also practice beforehand so you don't fail on the day itself. Talk to your parents and ask for their help, if you can't do it alone.
2. Daily Activities
Help them perform their usual daily activities. From placing their slippers by their feet to accompanying them on their
Archives for August, 2010
Grandparent’s Day (September 12, 2010)
by Jaclyn Abergas August 31st, 2010 | Holiday Events, Presents
Tips for Families at the Fair
by Jane Wangersky August 24th, 2010 | Holiday Events
Where in the world can you go to a parade, dog show, demolition derby, concert, and amusement park all in one day, in one place? Try your local fair.
Ours, the Pacific National Exhibition, has all this and more. It's been held every year in late summer for a hundred years now. While I haven't been to every one of those fairs (not quite), I've been to enough to learn how a family can get the most out of a fair.
Ours, the Pacific National Exhibition, has all this and more. It's been held every year in late summer for a hundred years now. While I haven't been to every one of those fairs (not quite), I've been to enough to learn how a family can get the most out of a fair.
- Keep an eye out for discounted or free tickets -- not just the ones that may have come with the
More Fun in August
by Jane Wangersky August 17th, 2010 | Party Ideas
As we saw last time, the lack of an established holiday in August doesn't have to make it a no-fun month. Here are some more ways to celebrate at this end of the summer.
Craving Mexican food? Chiles nogadas are traditional on the feast of San Agustin (St. Augustine), August 28th.
It's not too late to celebrate the Feast of the Assumption (August 15th). In some countries, this was traditionally the day to bless fruits and herbs -- and it's never a bad time to send someone a basket of fruit. Just make sure they're not away on vacation.
For birthdays this
Craving Mexican food? Chiles nogadas are traditional on the feast of San Agustin (St. Augustine), August 28th.
It's not too late to celebrate the Feast of the Assumption (August 15th). In some countries, this was traditionally the day to bless fruits and herbs -- and it's never a bad time to send someone a basket of fruit. Just make sure they're not away on vacation.
For birthdays this
Celebrate August
by Jane Wangersky August 11th, 2010 | Party Ideas
There may not be a stat holiday in August where you live -- or if there is, it may not inspire any party ideas. Still, summer is a good time to celebrate, so here are some little-known occasions in August and some ways you may want to observe them. These come from social media marketer Lorenzo Dickerson.
The month starts off with some self-explanatory days to celebrate: National Raspberry Cream Pie Day (the 1st), National Ice Cream Sandwich Day (the 2nd), National Watermelon Day (the 3rd), National Mustard Day (the first Saturday in August -- the 7th this
The month starts off with some self-explanatory days to celebrate: National Raspberry Cream Pie Day (the 1st), National Ice Cream Sandwich Day (the 2nd), National Watermelon Day (the 3rd), National Mustard Day (the first Saturday in August -- the 7th this
Perfect Birthday Gifts
by Jaclyn Abergas August 10th, 2010 | Presents
Do you struggle every time to look for the perfect birthday gift for different people in every age group? Here's a short list to help you out when that time comes.
Kids
Kids are very honest. When they don't like a gift, they will tell you. That's why it's so hard to buy stuff for them that they'll like. Clothes will be an easy solution but not exactly what they like. Toys are tricky since not all kids go for the popular toys automatically. The best solution: ask the parents, ask what the kids are like and use that information. If
Kids
Kids are very honest. When they don't like a gift, they will tell you. That's why it's so hard to buy stuff for them that they'll like. Clothes will be an easy solution but not exactly what they like. Toys are tricky since not all kids go for the popular toys automatically. The best solution: ask the parents, ask what the kids are like and use that information. If
