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Written by Meghan Gray   
Thursday, 18 September 2008 17:08

The Joy Troupe has been brought to you by many, many inspirational people, but most directly by Betty Gray.

Who is the Wise and Wonderful Betty Gray?

Betty Gray with granddaugher and great grandson

My grandmother, Betty Gray, celebrated her 90th birthday in February 2007. In June of 2007, her first great-grandchild was born. When the two of them met, it was clear that each fell in love with the other immediately. Few moments in my life have been happier. My grandmother's love and wisdom have been a source of constant inspiration to me, so I am pleased to dedicate this site and the Joy Troupe project in her honor.

Macular degeneration stole her eyesight but none of her spirit. She has had heart surgery and has lost her husband, a son, and a grandchild, yet I have never seen her feel sorry for herself. She is the original Joy Makin' Mama, with a laugh that is, without question, the loudest in the room. Just between us, I think she likes the naughty children best of all! Grandma, I salute you.

Her love of children knows no bounds, and her wisdom as a former teacher, a mother, a grandmother, and, at long last, Great Grandma, is worth applying to our modern world. Hooray for Grandmas and Great Grandmas, and, above all, hooray for Betty Gray!
Last Updated ( Wednesday, 18 March 2009 21:18 )
 
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Written by Meghan Gray   
Wednesday, 10 September 2008 20:15
swinging at Beach Park"Never have I met nicer and more supportive women than in this play group."

“This is a FABULOUS group of moms! The kids are fun and playful. I'm from 3000mi from here and this is one group that makes me feel like I'm not so far from home!”

“A great opportunity to meet other moms with babies the same age as yours.”

“All the moms are so friendly!”

“I really like to spend time with other adults who want to socialize and have fun.”

“Everyone is really friendly and it's great to get together with people that are all going through the same things.”

“Everyone is really laid back and friendly.”

"This is the best moms group that I have found. The information and networking are great. It's nice to be a part of the Joy Troupe family."

Fun at the softplay room

“Everyone is very welcoming!”

“Everything is really laid back and fun.”

“I'm so excited about this group! Looking forward to seeing all the little ones grow!”

“The other moms were genuinely friendly.”

“It was nice to meet other moms and babies the same age as mine. We look forward to future playdates!”

“It was wonderful to meet all of you! I can't wait to see you again!”

Our kids are Angels

“It's a great way to meet friendly new people and gain great friends for your little one.”

“[My son] and I enjoy meeting some new friends and always look forward to the next get-together!”

“Such a nice group of people. Makes staying at home with babies so much fun!”

“This group is friendly, fun, and down to earth”

“This is a wonderful group of people, open and laid back. The organization is great and the activities are fun, varied and appropiate. This is a bunch of cool mamas and sweet babies!”

“This group will be a great source of information for mamas and super super fun for babies. The [organizer] has a lot ideas of kids friendly events and she is super nice. She makes sure everyone feel comfortable and welcomed every time.”

“This group is so much fun. The moms and babies are so great.”

“Very friendly group with caring, loving mamas and precious little ones!!”

“we're laid back cool mamas!”

“When I first had [my baby] I felt really isolated because we have no family nearby and I didn't know any other SAHMs. Now we have so many fun activities to choose from and we have met a lot of great moms and kids!”

“When your families are far away and your a new stay at home mom, this is a great group. All the mamas are a great resource and support in this new adventure.”
Last Updated ( Friday, 20 March 2009 15:09 )