God Knows Grandparents Make a Difference; Ways to Share Your Wisdom

Grandparents have always tackled a mixed bag of joy, sorrow, energy, exhaustion, fear, laughter, anger and peace that is part and parcel of being a grandparent.

And today there are new challenges, too-providing one-parent families with emotional and financial support, adjusting to ethnic, racial and religious diversity, or even taking on the parenting of a grandchild.

Whether readers simply want to make the most of this very special time or are seeking guidance for the unique challenges of modern grandparenting, here is reassurance and direction to enjoy the pleasures and negotiate the difficulties.

With practical suggestions, shared stories, and the experiences of those who have been there, God Knows Grandparents Make a Difference encourages grandparents to embrace both the joys and challenges of today's grandparenting.

* The freedom of grandparenting * A grandparent's legacy of wisdom * How to handle your favoritism * Establishing boundaries on your money and your time * How to help your grandchildren by helping their parents * Parenting your grandchildren * Offering stability * When you don't like children's spouse * The reluctant grandparent * Handling your favoritism * Embracing ethnic, racial and religious diversity within the your family