Your Grandma Green

Seeing a failure as part of a learning process towards reaching a goal is critical to growth. The older you get the more you will be able to put failures into perspective and get through them more quickly. Here’s a hug to get you through that tough time 🤗💚🤗 #hugs #failure #learning #growth #grandma

Feeling low energy? Need a mood boost? You are responsible for your wellbeing, so choose 85 to 90% unprocessed vegetables, fruits, beans, nuts and seeds, and grains and watch your mood and energy climb. Save the Nutella for an occasional treat. #health #choices #selfcare #makebelieve #nutrition

The more you doodle the more creative you get. What will you doodle today? #Doodle #art #artforkids #watercolor

Memorial Day is not just a picnic or a long weekend. It is a quiet reminder of lives given, families changed, and sacrifices made. Today, we remember with gratitude and respect. #army #military #armybrat #gratitude

When was the last time you sat quietly and focused on the sounds of the birds all around you? I encourage you to get outside today, even just for a few minutes to listen to the birds. #selfcare #birdsong #nature #makebelieve #doll

Spend the day with Snakey. What’s your favorite part of your day? #selfcare #plants #stories #noai #makebelieve

Life got busy for Your Grandma Green and the Greenies, but we are back to share more silly and wholesome moments from our cozy corner of the internet. We missed you, Green Team! #grandma #selfcare #nature #outside #children

If you’ve ever stood in the card aisle unable to find a Mother’s Day card that felt honest, you are not alone. For many, this day is complicated. Whatever your story, remember it’s just a day. Let it be a day of reflection, learning, and love—whether for your mother or for yourself. #mothersday2026

Spending too much time indoors is detrimental to the human mind. We need light, we need air. We need to see that we are small. I encourage you to go outside: listen, smell, touch and look at all things big and small with new eyes. P.S. leave the phone inside. #outside #nature #mothernature

For me, it’s my sister. She’s been by my side since I was 1 1/2 years old. Although we live in two different states, I just can’t do life without her. I’m so grateful that I have a sister, and Baff and Biff are grateful for each other, too. #sister #siblings #friend #family #children

Watercolor doodles help creativity flow, allow your mind to refocus, and can help you relax. What should I make with the yellow and orange blob? I am stumped on that one. #creativity #art #doodles #relax #watercolor

Are you a perfectionist? One way to get over that is doodling. Paint some wet blobs and add watercolor, usually I choose two colors and let them blend naturally. Once they are dry, I pick up a black marker: stay tuned to see what I make. #doodle #perfection #watercolor #perfectionist #art

Baff discovered a homemade puzzle feeder I made for my grandkitty, and she thought the cat treats were for human consumption. #cat #makebelieve #skit #puppet #whimsy

As a child, I loved digging in the dirt and discovering all sorts of stones and shells. I never lost my fascination for fossils, bones, stones, plants or anything having to do with our planet. Our planet is a gift and we must protect it at all costs. #planet #nature #bivalve #fossil #fossils 

Mondays are tough, but hopefully this will get you up and get your blood pumping! Put your pump up song in the comments, please. #monday #makebelieve #dance #mood

On this episode of Your Grandma Green, we discuss how you are never too old for show and tell. It’s a great way to learn about what is important to others and discover interesting items that you never heard about. Check out this seed pod called “devils claw”. #nature #seeds #makebelieve #learning

When you try something new it wakes you up and in your discomfort & learning your grow exponentially. #fear #growth #advice

You know who I’m talking about: That friend or sibling you might not be able to spend a lot of time with, but you keep calling and pick up right where you left off. #friendship #puppetshow #friends #bestfriend

If a doll can get outside then you can too. #makebelieve #puppet #puppetshow #skit #nature

Get outside and enjoy the welcoming hug of Mother Nature (avoiding the poison ivy, of course). #nature #outside #makebelieve #puppetshow

Join Puppe as the smell of new spring growth is in the air, the bluebonnets are in full bloom and the birds are singing. Your Grandma Green never uses AI or filters in these reels. We just enjoy nature in her full, unfiltered, imperfect glory. #nature #outside #makebelieve #puppetshow #spring

Earthworms are delicate helpers of the soil, and our hands carry oils, soaps, and germs that can harm them. If you need to help one, use a leaf or a stick to gently move it to a safer place. Let’s respect their role and show kindness. #nature #outside #worm #makebelieve

Worms are so fascinating. I discovered late in life that they migrate. I also learned recently from one of my followers that you should never touch them with your own fingers to pick them up to move them. It’s best to find a little leaf or stick. #worm #nature #treehugger #makebelieve #puppet

Sometimes we’re quick to see mischief, forgetting little ones act from love and growth and learning, not bad intent. A gentle reminder: don’t project adult thinking onto children—look a little closer. #parenting #love #children #kids #raisingkids

Baby had fun looking for his Easter basket this morning. The Green team wishes you all a lovely and peaceful Easter. Love, your Grandma Green #easter #peace #makebelieve #fyp

Biff discovered the Easter candy I tucked into the pantry and he did not get permission to eat it. His punishment is a self-induced tummy ache. #children #makebelieve #eastercandy #pretend #puppet

One moment, everything is nice and sweet, and the next moment these two are at it again. #twins #siblings #grounding #play #puppets

On this episode of Your Grandma Green, the day commences with the first April fools joke compliments of the number one jokester in our house, Baff. Tag that friend or family member that is always playing tricks on the other others! #joking #aprilfools #makebelieve #play #fun

Perseverance pays off. I tried multiple times to grow a pineapple from a store-bought top and failed. But last summer, I tried again—and it’s thriving. I don’t know when I’ll get a pineapple, but I’ll stay patient, hopeful, and enjoy the journey along the way. #gardening #plants #snake #patience

The hope and energy spring time promises lifts up this old Grandma. My energy level rises when I wake up with the sun in my eyes. I love being a daughter of mother nature. #mothernature #spring #makebelieve #outside

I have always loved Summer. It has always been my favorite month. Tag that friend of yours that feels the same way I do. What is your favorite month? #seasons #summertime #makebelieve #puppet #children

Washed lemon (trim ends, leave some peel), 1/4 cup mango, 1/4 cup raspberries, 1/2 banana, 1 tbsp flaxseed, 2 tbsp honey, ginger optional + vitamin. Cover with water or OJ, blend 1–2 min. Healthy & delicious! #smoothie #recipe

Snakey comes out of brumation. While similar to hibernation in mammals, brumation is a state of winter dormancy specific to reptiles that allows them to survive freezing temperatures by slowing their metabolism to a minimum. #snakes #spring #learning #makebelieve #reptiles

We don’t get invited to every party. Sometimes we have a party & cannot invite everyone. The problem arises when we assume we have been purposely left out. Gentle advice from your grandma Green: don’t take anything personally. It’s not always about you. #advice #life #parenting #selfhelp #lifehack

Need a break from adulting? Spend time creating art with a little one or dance to music. Read to a child. Seeing the world through a young person‘s eyes can give you renewed hope. #life #children #parenting #raisingkids #grandmaadvice

For those mornings you can’t mentally get out of bed: try starting slower. Just sit up. Turn your head side to side and stretch your shoulders. Tell yourself “you’ve got this” and get up. Gratitude that you have a cozy bed to return to each night. #selfhelp #growth #grandmaadvice #life #lifehack

While your own words you put out in the world are a projection of yourself, Ask yourself WHY you believe the words that define you. Evaluate why a slogan means something to you. If words you’ve been holding no longer suit you, you can let them go. #words #selfhelp #learning #growth #grandmaadvice

Our children are quite resourceful, if we allow them space. Collect a box of recycled materials, and give it to your child to create with. Give them a corner of the yard and a small shovel and see what happens. How do you let your children create? #create #parenting #children #raisingkids

A miniature bouquet of flowers picked in the front yard, sharing your candy bar, or surprising someone with a hug are three ways to make YOUR day go better. What’s your favorite gesture of love? #love #life #littlethings #kindness #lifehack

What good luck we had! Baby did not step in glass. If you look for bad luck today, chances are you will find it. If you look for good luck today, chances are you will find it. #luck #doll #superstitions #optimism #life

Spring is showing signs of arrival. One of the biggest signs is the arrival of the June bug.What do you know about June bugs that you can share with us in the comments? #insect #junebug #doll #makebelieve #nature

When I was a little girl, my sisters and I invented many games. We also enjoyed embellishing board games. For example, we played a game called “Payday”. We assigned ourselves careers and created little mailboxes for our “mail” cards in. #games #play #create #makebelieve

If you are lucky enough to have a sibling, you know that sometimes you can be pretty hard on them, but you also love them just as fiercely. Biff and Baff may play tricks on each other, but their unconditional love and trust is an unbreakable bond. #sibling #brother #sister #trust #love

Children get into mischief. It’s just a part of experimenting with the world around them. I was surprised to find Baby and Puppe playing on the kitchen counter with the cherry tomatoes. #play #makebelieve #german #childrenscontent #dolls

After several days of being on the receiving end of the pretend cockroach trick, Biff finally has had enough and comes up with a plan to show Baff how frustrating it has been. #siblings #play #makebelieve #childrenscontent #twins

On today’s episode of Your Grandma Green, Baff pushes one too many times with the fake cockroach trick, and Biff has had enough. #play #childrenscontent #makebelieve #dolls #siblings

On this episode of Your Grandma Green, Baff tricks Biff yet again with the fake cockroach. #siblings #twins #play #surprise #makebelieve

Some things look fun, but they might have consequences. It’s always a good idea to look at the big picture when making a choice in life. #lifehack #advice #parenting #doll #makebelieve

The graceful shape of their head, the flowing mane & tail, and riding a horse just feels like freedom. I collected Toy horses as a girl and Horsey was part of that collection. I do not remember how his tail broke off, but I remember when it happened and it was devastating to me at the time. #horse

I seek fruits and vegetables that are in season, but I definitely prefer summer fruits over winter fruits. Do you have a favorite fruit? Tell me about it in the comments… I would love to hear from you, my Greenies. #fruit #foodie #watermelon #snake

Impulsive children don’t always look before they leap. These fearless children often possess unique strengths, including high levels of creativity, spontaneity, and the ability to problem solve and act quickly in novel situations. #children #parenting #impulsive #child #raisingkids

Aphid lions: The gentle lacewing is one of the garden’s best helpers. Its larvae are nicknamed “aphid lions” because they hunt and eat pests that damage your plants. If you spot a lacewing, celebrate—it’s free, natural pest control working for you. #insect #nature #doll #makebelieve #learning

How do I decompress? By doing small, healthy things. I like to care for and grow plants, spend time outside, watercolor, cook and bake, spend time with friends and dance. These habits are grounding and help rebuild strength to do the “adulting” stuff. #adulting #choices #learning #growth #advice

Little habits make big good things happen

There are countless resources from books to podcasts to help you learn about how to give and receive love in a healthy way. I encourage you to search for your situation and learn more now to have a better life in the future. #love #unconditionallove #learning #growing

Who’s your Baby-Love? #Valentine

Plant propagation is fun, but pause if you have pets or kids. Many popular houseplants are toxic if chewed, and cuttings, water jars, and soil can pose choking or poisoning risks. Always research plants to keep your home safe for everyone. #plants #pets #kids #parenting #children

Observe the world on your next road trip. Phones down. iPads off. Pretend it’s the 1980’s. #learning #look #observe #ask #parenting

Plants are a lot like us humans. They reach for the sky and the light, enjoy a good shower, and grow with good care. So many of us love our plants, but it is a lot of work. Do you think plants are worth the effort? #plants #makebelieve #grandma #spring

Some of the best art ideas I’ve seen come from self described “non-artistic” people. If it’s been a while for you, this is your sign to get back at doing creative artistic things. #art #draw #doodle #artherapy #makebelieve

Shopping list: oranges, lemons, ginger root, healthy salt, local honey, green tea, daily vitamin #snake #healthy #recipe #smoothie #makebelieve

This kind of play helps them explore cause and effect, feel a sense of control, and release big emotions like frustration. Through safe destruction, kids test boundaries, burn energy, and discover how the world works—acting like tiny scientists in the process

Grandma Green does not like snow or cold weather, but I make the best of it. I have other friends that cannot wait for it to snow and they love the cold weather. Who comes to mind in your friend group that loves cold snowy days? #makebelieve #dolls #snow #childrenscontent #children

On this episode of Your Grandma Green, Puppe discovers that what looks like soft clean snow is just hard ice. #doll #makebelieve #puppet #childrenscontent #story

Some people don’t want to try something new because they’re afraid of how they’ll look. Perhaps they’re afraid of being judged. Grandma’s advice? Face your fears. Pick yourself up and get in there and try. Don’t worry about pleasing others, just please yourself. #life #advice #grandma #fearless

If your grandma Green can’t stay outside, then you know it’s cold. I like to make tracks in the snow, I like to make a snowman, I like to look at everything, but if it’s cold and windy, and 16° is pretty darn cold, then back in the house I go. #winter #outside #play #childrenscontent

Mental flexibility: Stay curious, pause before reacting, and allow new ideas to sit with you. Let go of needing to be right. Breathe through discomfort. When we bend instead of break, stress softens, empathy grows, & life feels lighter. #learnontiktok #advice #flexible #snake #grandma

Much of our nation is experiencing extreme cold. If you are doing fine, please check in on your neighbors and see if they need anything. Please reach out to each other regardless of our differences. Only in doing this, will you discover that we are far more similar. #neighbor #love #kindness #help

As a young girl, if I could not go outside, I felt “stuck inside”. During these times, I did a lot of reading, art, dancing, and play acting. Now that I’m a older person, I still enjoy doing those things. What do you like to do when you are “stuck inside”? #inside #play #read #art #makebelieve

It takes a lot of energy to be arguing with a friend. Spend a little bit more energy figuring out a way to get along (and perhaps apologizing) so that you can get back to having fun. You may have to decide a friendship is not worth the energy at all. #friendship #arguing #apologise

It’s good to be home again, however, it does seem like old habits start right back up the moment we walk in the door, including the sibling bickering. #makebelieve #dolls #siblings #playtime

Snakey is quite active. He likes to come downstairs & eat breakfast, he’ll spend time outside, smelling flowers and playing in the grass, after which it’s chore time. Snakey enjoys reading non-fiction then it’s off for a bath, a snack and bedtime. Sweet dreams. #childrenscontent #childrensstories

If you woke up on the wrong side of the bed: Pause. Breathe slowly with a hand on your chest. Put your feet on the floor and feel the ground hold you. Do one gentle thing—drink water, open a window, make your bed. Ask what would help you feel one percent better. #advice #life #happylife #lifehack

A friend of mine was checking out at the grocery store and she believed the cashier was simply ignoring her. Turns out the cashier was Hearing Impaired. Before you start climbing the ladder of assumption, ask questions. There’s a good chance that it’s “not about you”. #advice #life #happylife

Swing your arms & do a few squats. Gentle movement releases feel-good chemicals, and intention resets your mood. Then look in a mirror and give yourself a high five (a Mel Robbins trick). You don’t have to fix the whole day, just the first 5 minutes #lifehack #advice #crabby #mood #anxiety

Earthworms migrate. I get that. If I see one on a manmade surface (especially when the sun’s beating down) it just doesn’t seem right and I feel compelled to assist the little guy. Using a leaf or small stick makes it easier to maneuver them into your hand. #nature #worm #smallthings #hack #earth

Sometimes the world feels so heavy. It’s tempting to just crawl under the blankets. I find that a ritual such as deep breathing and a cup of hot tea strengthen and calm me. How do you find peace? #ritual #peace #smallthings #healthy #advice

Repetitive, physical chores (sweeping, folding laundry) calm the amygdala, the brain’s threat center. This lowers cortisol, helping reduce anxiety and mental overload. That’s why chores can feel grounding during stressful times. #chores #lifehack #makebelieve #reducestress

Back in my day it seemed like if you had braces, a cast or crutches, you got a lot of attention. I must’ve been starving for attention… At any rate I have not had to have any of these items and looking back I’m glad. What did you pretend? #pretend #makebelieve #imagine #imagination

Calling my Greenies! Grandma Green needs some advice… What do you do with your leftover candy canes? #candycanes #advice #lifehack #ideas

If you had a birthday every day of the year, a birthday just wouldn’t be special anymore. To keep things special avoid constant exposure & plan in advance so that you can have something to look forward to. #life #advice #special #ritual

Grandma Green has some gentle advice for you if you wish to take it: there is always time for enjoying the little things. These little islands of simple joy help regulate mental energy. Will you leave the cell phone behind for 5 minutes? #joy #smallthings #healthy #advice

Two good things. Number 1: Anytime you sit or stand directly on our planet it’s like being held by our mother earth. Number 2: observing nature in outdoor light. Even if it’s cloudy, being outside, helps your body set its circadian rhythms and energizes us. #health #healthy #nature #outside #advice

In this episode of Your Grandma Green Biff and Baff are inspired by our visitors after observing their behavior. #cat #doll #makebelieve #children #storytime

Wind down the day with a book. Words on paper before bed are a time tested way to calm the mind. #reading #calm #book #advice

What’s on the outside doesn’t matter. It’s the inside that counts. My gentle advice: get to know those that seem different from you. Look for commonalities. Take time to ask questions and you may discover a BEST FRIEND. #friends #advice #learning #children #cat

Will you write down a New Year’s resolution? A resolution is when you resolve to either do or not do something. These can be very personal objectives. If you wish to share, I would love to read about them in the comments. #newyearsresolution #children #motivation #makebelieve

Can you tag yourself? I love having a Christmas tree in my home. However, I also neatness and order so at some point, the neatness and order wins out and the tree comes down. #christmastree #makebelieve #childrenscontent #horse

The true meaning of Christmas is very personal to each of us. On this episode of your grandma Green, Biff and Baff explain the meaning of Christmas and I hope you enjoy it. What does Christmas mean to you? #merrychristmas

You never know what you’re going to get when you try new things. Sometimes you get burned.  My gentle advice? Keep trying.  At the very least you have learned something new. In the best case scenario, there is a great reward waiting for you. #learning #advice #trynewthings

When I was little, my mom bought sugar coated candy canes to hang on the tree. They were so realistic, that at night I snuck up to take one back to my bed to eat in secret. When I put it in my mouth, I realized it was plastic, and I had to sneak back upstairs and hang it back on the tree. #safety

Many of us struggle with the lack of light and it can affect our mood: my gentle advice? Even if it’s cloudy, go outside and create some spirit in your house with sparkly lights and natural elements like tree branches or plants. #moodboost #sparkle #makebelieve #christmasspirit #childrenscontent

It’s so easy to add a little brightness to your space for the holidays. If you’re still having trouble getting in the Christmas spirit, try adding a spot of red here and there throughout your home. #christmas #christmasspirit #christmastime #babydoll #makebelieve

Baby stays busy. He wakes up and gets a healthy breakfast in his tummy. Then it’s outside to observe nature. He composts, practices his letters, does a little dance, and does some chores. Then back to bed for sweet dreams. #Baby #makebelieve #children #doll

Having trouble getting in to the spirit of Christmas? Do a chore for a neighbor, visit or call an old friend, donate a gift to a child or be extra kind to everyone you meet to help you channel your inner Santa Claus. #christmasspirit #makebelieve #gratitude #christmas

As a girl, I was gifted at guessing what was in each present. You could always tell when you were getting a gift from Mattel by the smell of the Barbie plastic, my favorite gift! What are you hoping is under your tree this year? #christmaspresent #makebelieve #children #snake #christmastree

Appreciate the little things in life. Hands included. I used my hands to repair a machine, count some money, hold my coffee, get gas, make my lunch, & look at all these bags they picked up today.What are you feeling Gratitude for today? #gratitude #littlethings #hands #snakes #makebelieve

Just because someone comes from a different culture, speaks a different language, looks different or has a different opinion does not mean we cannot connect with that person. The world would be a boring place if we were all the same. #friendship #friends #learning #babydoll

At the very least find a crunchy pile of fall leaves and listen to the sound as you step through on your way to work. But life is best when you grab your best friend and rake the leaves into a big pile of fun. #play #makebelieve #children #nature