The holidays are supposed to be joyful, but for many they can also be lonely. That’s exactly why a North Texas city decided to bring in something simple, sweet, and surprisingly powerful this season: a grandma.
In downtown McKinney, a cozy little booth called “The Grandma Stand” is offering visitors something many didn’t realize they were missing: a warm conversation, gentle advice, and that comforting grandma energy that just makes everything feel a little better.
What is The Grandma Stand?
The Grandma Stand is exactly what it sounds like.Set up downtown, the stand is staffed by rotating “McKinney Grandmas” who invite passersby to stop, sit, and talk. There’s no agenda, no judgment, and no rush- just a welcoming place to share stories, seek advice, or enjoy a few minutes of genuine human connection.
One of the grandmas, Nancy, says she was volunteered for the role by her daughter and quickly fell in love with it. From lighthearted chats to deeply personal conversations, she’s heard it all.
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According to the project’s founder, Mike Matthews, many visitors open up about growing up without a grandmother or losing one too early in life. For them, the stand fills a quiet emotional gap, even if just for a moment…