The first Sunday after Labor Day marks National Grandparents Day in the United States. Marian McQuade, a coal miner's wife, began celebrating Grandparent's Day in West Virginia in 1973. In addition to raising her children, she took pride in comforting the old and encouraged people to "adopt" a grandparent just for the joy and wisdom the experience would bring. In 1978 Grandparents Day was declared a national holiday by President Jimmy Carter.
Every year on this day we honor Grandparents and celebrate the special place they hold in our families. We also thank them for all they do.
On Sunday, September 13th, don't forget to visit with your Grandparents or take your children to see their grandparents. During these uncertain times, even a zoom or a FaceTime call can brighten anyone's day! We all know how much grandparents enjoy seeing and spending time with their grandchildren, no matter how big or small they are.
Don't have a grandparent nearby? Consider "adopting" a grandparent just like Marian McQuade suggested. Take a small potted flower, home made card or other small gift to really make their day. Send letter to a local nursing home to let them know you are thinking of them!
Happy Grandparents Day!
Every year on this day we honor Grandparents and celebrate the special place they hold in our families. We also thank them for all they do.
On Sunday, September 13th, don't forget to visit with your Grandparents or take your children to see their grandparents. During these uncertain times, even a zoom or a FaceTime call can brighten anyone's day! We all know how much grandparents enjoy seeing and spending time with their grandchildren, no matter how big or small they are.
Don't have a grandparent nearby? Consider "adopting" a grandparent just like Marian McQuade suggested. Take a small potted flower, home made card or other small gift to really make their day. Send letter to a local nursing home to let them know you are thinking of them!
Happy Grandparents Day!
