HOW TO MEET YOUR NEIGHBORS AND CURE YOUR HOMESICKNESS IN 10 EASY STEPS

1.    Buy a book for your granddaughters at almost every stop you make.

2.    Keep them handy in the pocket of your front seat.

3.    When selecting campsites, choose one that  has young children next door ….OR

a.     Get lucky and have a family “move in” beside you.

4.    Watch the family without stalking… this can be tricky.  You want to observe the children to make sure they are not brats and won't tear up your books.  Usually this is not the case and they are fun to observe.  This also helps you choose the right book.

5.    Meet the parents and talk about your granddaughters.  This establishes that you are a grandmother and not a stalker!! LOL

6.    Compliment their children.  This ALWAYS works!!

7.    Ask the children for “help” deciding if the books you bought will be liked by your granddaughters.

8.    Offer to read in sight of the parents so that everyone feels safe.  I have found this very effective and the parents are usually grateful so that they get a few minutes to finish cooking dinner, complete a chore or just have a few minutes of peace!

9.    Read with the child or children.  Enjoy using lots of expression!  You know you've done a good job when the children ask for more or a repeat!  OR the grown ups have to listen too!!!

10.    Be delighted when the child returns after a few hours to show you her new shoes , even though she was too shy to talk during the book!!