30 Positive Things to Say, Write, Email or Text Your Grandchild from a Distance - The Long Distance Grandparent (2024)

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One of the most popular articles I’ve shared with long distance grandparents was called ‘What Will My Grandchild Remember?’ written by Paula Span from the New York Times.

In the comments section of the article people wrote about how their grandparents made them feel: safe, cherished and unconditionally loved.

Many reminisced about what their grandparents said to them – whether it was a funny saying or words that made them feel special.

And so today I want to focus on the simple things you can say from a distance that can have a huge impact. See the list below for positive statements you can say, write, email or text to your grandchildren of any age.

Here are a few ways to share these words to make them a little more fun for younger grandchildren.

  • With a sharpie and a piece of printer paper, make a sign with one of the statements, take a picture of yourself with the sign and then mail the picture to your grandchild.

(For extra simplicity, try out TouchNote – an app and website where you can send personalised post cards to your grandchildren using photos from your phone or computer)

  • The next time you send off a letter, a birthday card, a care package or a book/magazine – pop a sticky note inside with one of these statements on it.
  • Check out these bright, beautifully designed GRAND Word Hugs created by Kerry Byrne, PhD, the Founder of The Long Distance Grandparent to make it easier to spread GRANDlove to the millions of grandchildren who need it right now.

30 Positive Things to Say, Write, Email or Text Your Grandchild from a Distance - The Long Distance Grandparent (6)

30 Positive Things to Say, Write, Email or Text Your Grandchild from a Distance

  1. My world is better with you in it
  2. I think about you when we’re apart
  3. You make a difference in my life
  4. I love being your Grandma/Grandpa Nana
  5. I believe in you
  6. It’s good to be curious
  7. You are important to me
  8. I’m grateful for you
  9. You have great ideas
  10. I appreciate you.
  11. I admire you.
  12. Don’t give up.
  13. Your ideas are great.
  14. You did that so well.
  15. You make me smile.
  16. You make my heart full
  17. That’s a great question
  18. Never stop trying.
  19. I’ll always love you.
  20. Your ideas are really interesting.
  21. That sounds awesome, can you tell me more?
  22. I’m happy to talk with you.
  23. I’m proud of you.
  24. You have an awesome imagination.
  25. You are so good at solving problems
  26. I really want to hear what you have to say.
  27. You’re the kind of friend I would’ve liked to have at your age.
  28. Your ideas are so creative.
  29. Thanks for helping me.
  30. It’s fun to do things with you.

Happy Connecting!

Kerry

Sources:

https://beenke.com/parenting/boost-self-esteem-50-words-of-encouragement-for-kids/

https://bouncebackparenting.com/64-encouraging-things-to-say-to-kids/

Kerry Byrne2023-05-26T13:18:52-04:00April 23rd, 2020|Snail Mail, Video Chats|

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I’m Kerry, Founder of The Long Distance Grandparent. I’d love for you to join me as I grow this business into a movement that will benefit grandparents and grandchildren all over the world (more on that later!). Ready to learn more? I’d love for you to join us.

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#2 – “A grandchild is a gift from above, one to cherish and love.” #3 – “A grandchild is someone who reaches for your hand but touches your heart.” #4 – “A grandparent's love is forever and always.” #5 – “A grandparent's love knows no bounds.

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#2 – “A grandchild is a gift from above, one to cherish and love.” #3 – “A grandchild is someone who reaches for your hand but touches your heart.” #4 – “A grandparent's love is forever and always.” #5 – “A grandparent's love knows no bounds.

What is an inspirational message to my granddaughter? ›

#06 – “A granddaughter is a treasure whose worth you cannot measure except by the love in your heart.” #07 – “A granddaughter is in your thoughts and-always in your heart.” #08 – “A granddaughter is someone you can laugh with, dream with, and love with all your heart.”

What is a blessing quote for grandchildren? ›

“When you have a grandchild, it fills a space in your heart that you never realized was empty.” — Unknown. This quote reminds us that grandchildren are a blessing unlike any other.

What is a lovely quote for a grandson? ›

#2 – “A grandson is a gift from above.” #3 – “A grandson is a precious gift from above, for us to treasure and love.” #4 – “A grandson's love is forever and always.” #5 – “A new grandson is a reminder of how wonderful life truly is.”

How do you write a very meaningful letter? ›

Set a tone or intention for your message

Or you know they are going through a difficult period in their life and you want to cheer them up. Your letter should be lighthearted. Write something that will make the recipient smile. Recount a favorite memory, or remind them why they mean so much to you.

How do you write an encouragement message? ›

“This is tough, but you're tougher.” “I'm proud of you for walking this road, for doing what's right for you.” “You're making a big change, and that's a really big deal.” “I know what you're going through is hard, but I'm rooting for you every minute of every day.”

What is the best grandparent quotes? ›

“Grandparents are there to help the child get into mischief they haven't thought of yet.” 11. “A grandparent is a little bit parent, a little bit teacher, and a little bit best friend.”

What are deep meaningful grandparents quotes? ›

"Blessed are those who spoil and snuggle, hug and hope, pray and pamper for they shall be called grandparents." "Grandparents hold our hands for just a little while, but our hearts forever." "Grandparents are like magicians. They can create wonderful memories for their grandchildren out of thin air."

What is the love between grandmother and grandson quotes? ›

#8 – “A grandmother's love knows no distance.” #9 – “A home filled with grandchildren is a home filled with love.” #10 – “Behind every young child who believes in themselves is a grandma who believed first.” #11 – “Even if I spend the whole day with my grandchildren, I still miss them the second they leave.”

What are some sweet grandson quotes? ›

#17 – “I am so blessed to have you as a grandson.” #18 – “I love my grandson not only for who he is, but for who I am with him.” #19 – “I love my grandson to the moon and back.” #20 – “I love my grandson with all of my heart.”

What is a short sweet message for granddaughter? ›

Granddaughter, you're all the good things I believe about life. Granddaughter, my favorite thing in life is when you wrap your arms around my neck and kiss my cheek. Granddaughter, each time you call my name, a big smile spreads deep in my heart. Granddaughter, there is nothing more powerful in my life than you.

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