Rita Rauzin

Really, Grammy? A First Lie and More Grandson Tales

Becoming “Grammy” in my seventies to four grandsons and a poodle didn’t come with an intent to write down what they said and did. But they gave me pause, and caused me to laugh so much that I shared their ways with my friend. She shared my laughter and insisted, “Write it down!” So, I did!

Within this book are 81 tales, written over seven years, capturing the many exploits my grandsons and poodle didn’t ask me to write—including a first lie and an April Fool’s caper . . .

Cover of Really, Grammy? A First Lie and More Grandson Tales

Excerpts

Isaac’s First Lie

How old were you when you told your first lie and got caught?

How about twenty-six months old?

Fortunately for us, Grandpa Craig, who together with Grandma Jeanette, spends weekdays with our mutual grandson, Isaac, was able to share the details of Isaac’s first lie.

“I had set two chicken pot pies on the table for Isaac and me. Sarah had made the pies, each with a billowy crust on top. Isaac sat at the table as I went to wash my hands. When I returned to the table and sat at my place, I noticed my crust was missing.”

Find the rest of this story in the book … on Amazon

April Fools!

There was a twist to our usual routine last Tuesday when I picked up nine-year-old Max from school to drive him to tutoring, then home. The twist was a little April Fool’s humor.

“Did you know that all the boys will be wearing dresses tomorrow and all the girls will be wearing shorts and T-shirts?” I asked Max.

Alarmed, he shrieked, “What?! No, that’s not happening. Where did you hear that?”

“APRIL FOOLS!” I yelled. “Gotcha!”

We both laughed and then he said, “I was trying to think of something to do to Mom and Dad all day. Do you have any ideas?”

“Well,” I responded, “I just received texts about dinner from them. I’ll read your dad’s text. He said, ‘FYI, there are ice cream sandwiches in the freezer, but Max has had too many desserts this past week.’ Your mom texted, ‘For dinner there is some leftover spaghetti, ground vegan beef, and Michael’s fresh-made pesto sauce. There’s also kale that’s cut up and washed and ready to be sautéed. There’s also lettuce and stuff if you want salad.’ “So,” I ventured, “What if you tell them that Grammy treated you really well today by stopping for ice cream and doughnuts and then getting you a free cookie at Publix?”

“I like that!” Max enthused.

Check out the book to find out what Max said and how his mom and dad reacted… on Amazon

Words From Happy Readers

“One of God’s biggest blessings in this life is grandchildren. Rita Rauzin delights us with tales of her precious ones that remind us of our own. When reading Really Grammy?, time after time we nod and say ‘Yes,’ that is the beguiling innocence of youth. How I would love a sequel to follow these delightful boys into their teens and college years. Rita’s ‘point on’ reminiscences make us beg for more.”

—TEA AKBAR, Parkland Writer’s Café

“Rita Rauzin’s Really, Grammy? A First Lie and More Grandson Tales is a delightful exploration of the whimsical, heartwarming, and often hilarious dynamics between a grandmother and her grandsons. With sharp wit and tender insight, Rauzin captures the universal truths of family life while weaving tales that are as relatable as they are unique. This book is a treasure for readers of all ages, reminding us of the joy, mischief, and love that define intergenerational bonds.”

—Avi Hoffman, author, actor, playwright, and CEO of Yiddishkayt Initiative

“Really Grammy? A First Lie and More Grandson Tales is a humorous and heartfelt read. Rauzin’s tales of her time spent with her grand-children will be sure to make you laugh and smile. A delightful and refreshing take on what being a grandparent is all about.”

—AMILY D’NAS, author of the award-winning novel Beneath the Swaying Willow

“Gee!! Thanks a lot Rita for upending my morning schedule of things to do. You are all to blame as my morning cup of coffee was greatly enhanced by reading this terrifically written book. I really just couldn’t put it down! You would have enjoyed being here to see the constant chuckling smile on my face.”

—Lodena Solomon

About

Rita Rauzin

Rita Rauzin (aka Grammy, the Reluctant Writer) lives in Parkland, Florida, with her husband of fifty-four years, Dennis. Their two adult children, Ivy and Joel, live with their spouses, Michael and Sarah, and their children (four in total) within thirty minutes of Rita and Dennis’s house. In 2017, Rita and Dennis became grandparents, which is when she started to capture her encounters with their grandchildren.

She comes from a career as a dental hygienist, dental hygiene educator at Miami-Dade College, and entrepreneur of a continuing education home study company, the Health Studies Institute. Now, she is happy to spend time with her grands and when they make her chuckle, she writes it down.

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