Grandmothers Are Like Snowflakes...No Two Are Alike: Words of Wisdom, Gentle Advice, & Hilarious Observations

by Janet Lanese

When a child is born, a miracle happens—someone becomes a grandmother!

For first-time grandmas, beloved veterans, or grandmas-in-waiting, this warm, wonderful book captures all the joy and humor of one of a woman's most  life-altering experiences. Heartwarming observations from such famous names as Margaret Mead, Jane Russell, and Margaret Thatcher; poems to copy and stick on the refrigerator; words of advice to "accidentally" leave on a daughter-in-law's kitchen table, suggestions to smooth the rough times or increase the joy, it's all here to read and treasure.

Don't miss . . . 

• Special things only a grandmother can do

• Family history a grandmother can pass on

• A precious gift every child needs from a grandmother

• Secret satisfactions a grandmother feels

• How a grandmother can act even wiser than she is

And more!

Genres: Nonfiction

128 pages, Hardcover

First published April 1, 1996

Reviews

[Sandy · Rating 1 out of 5]

A book of quotes. It ended up being the authors thoughts the most. I was hoping for quotes from many different people. It was just okay barely.

[Margie · Rating 3 out of 5]

Being new to this world of grandmothers I'm reading all I can on the subject. I enjoyed the many quotes, wise and hilarious alike. Also useful are the suggestions and shared wisdom of those who have traveled this road ahead of me. Many of those "quotes" are from the author.

[Shae Burton · Rating 3 out of 5]

Fun quotes and thoughts for every grandmother!

[Sandi Anderson · Rating 4 out of 5]

Found this book from our daughter-in-law and granddaughter Lily in my bookcase from years ago.
Fun to read.

[Diana · Rating 5 out of 5]

I received this marvelous book as a gift from a friend when I first became a grandmother. I have re-read it over and over, thoroughly enjoyed it, and then I bought a copy for a friend. It's that good! There are six chapters filled with good advice to new grandmas. The funny quotes from the children are hilarious. I especially like this one from the author, "The greatest gift you can give your grandchild is yourself." What a loving relationship between a grandmother and her sweet grandchildren. I highly recommend the book to friends.

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