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Grandmother Stereotypes Redefined

Linda

Worcester, MA
United States
Grandmother
Wife
Italian
Tell Us Your Good Deed: 
I have volunteered in many areas since the age of 14. I am a pediatric retired nurse and worked for 35 years. I was very proud to help save the life of a young boy. My greatest joy is helping family when ever needed.
Why are you participating?: 
We all need to see that there are many good people in the world. This projects helps to spread good news and smiles. Thank you Troy.

Irene

Oldest Child
Bookworm
Grandmother
Tell Us Your Good Deed: 
Volunteer at many different places. Love helping and meeting new people.

Carol

Lancaster, MA
United States
Grandmother
Bicyclist
Bookworm
Tell Us Your Good Deed: 
Walked for the Heart Fund Association for three years.
Why are you participating?: 
Because it's important to you and you're my friend. :)

Fran

Worcester, MA
United States
Grandmother
Spiritual
Singer
Tell Us Your Good Deed: 
I love music and love to sing. I also play the piano. Although I'm not an "accomplished" musician I enjoy opportunities to share my love of music. I volunteer in my church and sing with the kids in our church school. I also volunteer at the day camp in the summer. It's such a joy when the kids really use their "singing voices", learn a new song and actually master singing a round. Kid's singing together is a sure "smile maker"! All the better when parents, grandparents, aunties and uncles sing along ...
Why are you participating?: 
Troy contacted the Worcester Women's History Project and I'm the president. It sounded like a lot of fun and I think it's a great project. Too much "demonizing" going on these days ... glad to see someone trying to celebrate our differences in a positive way.

Jillian

Westborough, MA
United States
Grandmother
Volunteer
Nature Lover
Tell Us Your Good Deed: 
Showing people (especially my grandchildren) that curiosity and love of learning can last a lifetime! I volunteer for Meals on Wheels and our town's historical society, and sing in a women's chorus that performs in assisted living facilities and nursing homes.
Why are you participating?: 
What a creative way to generate positive energy!

Lora

Worcester, MA
United States
Beach Walker
Knitter
Grandmother
Tell Us Your Good Deed: 
My biggest "good deed" of my life was being with my AIDS buddy when he died. But that was a long time ago. It is so easy to get stuck in the daily routines -- work, exercise, taking care of the house, etc. etc. and to get out of the habit of doing "good deeds." Now I like to donate my art to organizations to raise money for their causes.
Why are you participating?: 
When I was little I had one of those See no Evil figurines. I loved it. I tried collecting them several years ago, but only found two. So now I am my own See no evil. Thanks, Troy!

Marilyn

Rutland, MA
United States
Snowbird
Grandmother
Baseball Fan
Tell Us Your Good Deed: 
I make time for each of my grandchildren and make them individually feel special and loved.

Nora

Worcester, MA
United States
Grandmother
Liberal
Privileged
Tell Us Your Good Deed: 
Life has been very good to me, so upon retiring I decided to give back to society with my time and money. I volunteer at the thrift shop at Abby’s House, a shelter for women, and at Heifer International, which helps the poor across the world earn a livelihood. I regularly donate to many organizations in many walks of life: the arts, the community, education, and medicine. I also am a good friend and visit the elderly and home-bound to bring some cheer into their lives.
Why are you participating?: 
By supporting the No EVIL PROJECT, I hope to mkae the world a better place.

Nancy

Worcester, MA
United States
Grandmother
Unitarian Universalist
Teacher
Tell Us Your Good Deed: 
I'm a teacher as we all are teachers. Whatever I say and do or don't say or don't do teaches those around me. My family, friends and co-workers are a reflection at times I've noticed of something I've said or done.
Why are you participating?: 
Troy's idea is a good thing to think about. The world would be a better place if we would pull off the labels and see what's underneath.

Joan

Sterling, MA
United States
White Haired
Grandmother
Volunteer
Tell Us Your Good Deed: 
I support those in ill health through volunteer opportunities.
Why are you participating?: 
I have an open mind and I am getting older and realize that labels and stereotypes are silly.

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