Deb Pillow, originally from Michigan and with a background in teaching and storytelling, found her perfect fit in GrandPals after moving to Princeton from Arizona just two-and-a-half years ago. With two married sons and four grandchildren spread across the country, GrandPals allows her to indulge her love for books and young children while enjoying retirement in Princeton.

What amazing, funny, precious…and smart….kindergartners there are in our schools! They all come with smiles and eagerness as we greet them each week. I have been blessed with four adorable “Pals,” two of whom can already read, one as fluently as I do !!!! When I have had him as a solo “Pal,” we take turns reading and it is a delight to see this bright, young mind at work. All four are sounding out words, recognizing words (though this has not been an emphasis during our time together), and enjoying stories. it is so amazing to see all their minds at work and their enthusiasm for books and reading.

What wonderful young minds, with a love of learning! The highlight of my week.