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The Magic Bag

Magic Bag

What is the ‘Magic Bag’ and is there really ‘Magic’ in it?  It all started when Nana would come and visit the kids from Montreal.  As we unloaded her regular luggage, out came the “Magic Bag”.  This mysterious bag was the size of a medium tote bag, but in it was a special surprise for [...]

“Thx 4 gift.i luv it”
Thank you Etiquette

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Sometimes we have become so used to the instant forms of communication in our fast paced world that we don’t even think of sending a hand written thank you note for a holiday party or gift, never mind prompting children to do so.  It generally doesn’t occur to children to write letters to grandmothers or [...]

Gift Ideas for your Teen/Tween

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It is holiday time and once again you have found yourself in the mall searching for the perfect gift. When your grandchildren were younger, this was a much easier task.  Every aisle of the toy store was filled with toys, games and characters that were sure to please.
As your grandchild graduated from the toy store [...]

Gifts Selection for Preschoolers

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Preschoolers are at that amazing age when they will come right out and tell you what it is that they want for Christmas.  The only problem is, that they might ask you for an elephant.  As lovely as it is to give our grandchildren everything their hearts desire, unless they are asking for a stuffed [...]