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Let's give special recognition to all of the gorgeous grandmas out there on National Gorgeous Grandma Day - July 23! This day was created in 2005 to honor grandmothers and recognize their beauty, wisdom, and grace. It's a great time to show your grandma some extra love by sending her a card or arranging an outing with her.
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2005</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Establishment of Holiday</div><div class='timeline-text'>National Gorgeous Grandma Day was created to honor grandmothers and their significant contributions to families and communities.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2006</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Celebrations</div><div class='timeline-text'>People start celebrating the holiday by planning activities, events, and gatherings to make their grandmothers feel special and appreciated.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2009</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Media Coverage Begins</div><div class='timeline-text'>The holiday starts gaining media attention, with features in local and national publications highlighting the importance of acknowledging and celebrating grandmothers.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2013</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Social Media Recognition</div><div class='timeline-text'>Social media platforms contribute to the spread of the holiday, with users sharing posts, stories, and photos of their gorgeous grandmas.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2017</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Increased Celebrations</div><div class='timeline-text'>Communities started forming organized events to celebrate the day on a larger scale, including parades, concerts, and tea parties in honor of grandmothers.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Create a photo album</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Show your Grandma how much she means to you by gathering all the photos of her from over the years and putting them together in a beautiful photo album. It will make for a great keepsake.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Go on an adventure</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Head out on an adventure with your Grandma! Whether it's a day trip to a nearby town, or a week-long vacation, it's sure to be a memorable experience that you can both look back on fondly.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Plan a spa day</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Spoil your Grandma with some pampering at the spa. Book her a massage, manicure, pedicure, facial, or whatever else she would like to have done. She'll feel refreshed and rejuvenated!</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Throw a party</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Invite all of her friends and family over for an afternoon tea or dinner to celebrate Gorgeous Grandma Day. Make sure to include plenty of good food, drinks and fun activities so everyone can have a great time.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Make something special</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Make something special just for your Grandma - whether it's baking her favorite cake, writing her a poem, crafting something out of wood or fabric, or painting something special just for her - she is sure to love it.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Grandmas provide unconditional love</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Grandmas have the special ability to love unconditionally. They listen to your stories, give advice, and always show up for special events in your life. Grandmas are also great at passing down sage wisdom and family traditions that make us feel connected to our heritage.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Grandmas cook delicious treats</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>No one can make a yummy snack or treat like a grandma. From homemade cookies and pies to delicacies from her native home country, grandmas seem to know just how to hit the spot when it comes to flavorful food!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Grandmas give amazing hugs</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>When you give your grandma a hug, it's like all of your troubles get swept away as you get lost in her comforting embrace. Grandma hugs never fail to make us feel loved and appreciated no matter what is going on around us.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Longevity is Often in Their Genes</h3><p class='facts-content'>Grandmothers often come from resilient stock, passing down the genes of longevity to their descendants. This is why many families have centenarian grandmas who are still sprightly and full of life.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>They are Master Storytellers</h3><p class='facts-content'>Grandmothers are skilled in the art of storytelling. From sharing fascinating tales of their own lives to reciting bedtime stories, their narratives form precious memories and bond generations.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Grandmothers are Pillars of Wisdom</h3><p class='facts-content'>With a wealth of life experiences, grandmas are an indispensable source of advice and life lessons. Their wisdom can enlighten us in the most challenging situations.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Grandmothers Represent Family Heritage and Tradition</h3><p class='facts-content'>Many grandmas take pride in their cultural heritage, transmitting family traditions and customs from generation to generation. This serves as a cultural preservation method and an important family bonding tool.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>They Often Serve as Family Matriarchs</h3><p class='facts-content'>In many families, the grandmother operates as the matriarch, providing guidance and serving as a moral compass. Her decisions often shape the family dynamics and outlook.</p></div></div>
National Gorgeous Grandma Day is celebrated on July 23 every year. In 2024 National Gorgeous Grandma Day will occur on a Tuesday.
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