The street Grandmother lived on was _____________________________

What one thing in particular do you remember about the outside of Grandmother’s house? What was your favorite room in Grandma’s house, where did you sleep when you stayed with Grandma? Recall the smell of Grandmother’s house, it reminded you of…? * Pick a room and list everything you remember in that room from Grandmother’s house.

Our family would travel to Grandmother’s house by ________________________ 

If Grandmother lived close by, how often would you visit? Did you have holidays or birthdays at Grandmother’s house?  If they live far away how often would you visit?  Can you recall how your Grandmother got around town? What do you remember about transportation in those days?

* Show pictures of older transportation, cars, busses, and trains and see what memories stir. 

Grandparents are special because they _________________________________

What special feelings did you have for your Grandparents, recall gifts you specially made for your Grandparents. How did you show your love towards your Grandparents and how did they show love back. What were your grandparent’s first and last names? *Assemble a simple 3-generation family tree.

 MIMA Reflection…

If Mother says NO, ask Grandmother!

MIMA MOMENT:

The smell, the feel of Grandma’s house Listen to your heart, be quiet as a mouse.

The feelings are just a memory away Your mind will travel to a simpler day!

A Mothballs in My Attic Moment

A MIMA Moment

Sharing your bounty and being thankful is a comfort. Mothballs in My Attic brings memories to life: In the kitchen, with women in aprons and hankies up their sleeves are washing and drying the dishes. When you look around at your gathering, remember those that have come and gone but left lasting impressions. Sow a seed of your own today. Play checkers with a young one, visit the “kids” table, tell a joke, make some noise. Be thankful and remember the feeling of Thanksgiving Day.