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How to Explain to Your Kids Why Grandma Isn't Here for Christmas
Grief and Remembering Kelsey Cecil 10/19/26 Grief and Remembering Kelsey Cecil 10/19/26

How to Explain to Your Kids Why Grandma Isn't Here for Christmas

When your child asks why Grandma isn't here for Christmas, tell the truth in short, simple words: Grandma died, her body stopped working, and she can't come back. Then remind them they're safe and loved, answer their questions as many times as they ask, and let Christmas hold both missing her and real joy.

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Rally Takes the Train

A real corgi, a real train, and the grand-paw-rents waiting at the end of the line. Hand-painted, rhyming, and read again every night.

Written by Kelsey Lizee Cecil · Illustrated by Leslie Dunn · Ages 0 to 8 · 4.9 stars on Amazon

This website and book were made as a memorial to my parents, Thomas and Debra Lizee. Eric, Matt, the kids, and I miss you.

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