For many people, becoming a grandparent is a second chance to become the mom or dad they didn't have the time or the energy to be the first time around. Being a grandparent, Jane Isay suggests, is indeed the opportunity to turn missed opportunities into delight. Drawing on her personal experience, dozens of interviews, and the latest findings in psychology, Isay shows how a grandparent can use his or her unique perspective and experience to create a deep and lasting bond that will echo throughout a grandchild's life—but also in the lives of their adult children. She also offers a wealth of practical advice, from when to get involved, when to stay away, and how to foster a strong relationship when you're separated by long distance.