Hi, I’m Roland Thompson, founder of the Heart of the Fathers movement and our mission is to inspire, enhance, and empower grandparents to have a positive impact on their grandchildren.
To date, the richest experiences I’ve had include the opportunities I’ve created to bond, walk beside, and share experiences with my grandchildren. I should know something about grandkids – I have forty-nine! Once I released the habit of viewing (and I dare say “judging”) through the lens of my generation and expectations and spent time getting to know them – everything shifted – almost immediately.
My focus has moved from my goals and expectations for them to their dreams and goals. Now I see it as my chief aim to help them discover, discern, and dare to pursue their own desires and opportunities.
Given what seems to be a growing gap between generations and the perception of barriers and obstacles for grandparents to make a difference, it’s my goal to support you in your role of grandparenting today’s rising generation.