Encouragement

Hey there, I'm Bea (AKA Tulip)

I help adult granddaughters nurture meaningful connections and create lasting joy with their aging grandmothers.

I'm a happiness and grief life coach, recovering perfectionist, ice cream addict (oh how I love thee... chocolate mint chip), unapologetic crazy cat lady, and an expert at helping adult women create deeper connections with their grandmothers.

I was nicknamed 'Tulip' by my grandfather when I was born. I do love tulips but if I'm being honest, Gerber daisies are my favorite!

I live in Pennsylvania, where I juggle running a travel agency, working as a first responder, and maybe being a bit of a Jill-of-all-trades.

emotional connection with aging loved ones through flowers

And this was Glenna...

My sweet grandmother, whom I lovingly called Gram. She was one of the most precious people in my life.

Gram had a heart full of love for animals and kept her own little farm, brimming with goats, ducks, and chickens. A true country girl, she sewed her own dresses, decorated the most beautiful, extravagant cakes, and ran multiple small businesses.

No matter what supplies you gave her, she could craft something amazing. But above all, she loved her family more deeply than words could ever capture.

She was my person. My very best friend.

As she grew older, I found myself consumed with worry and guilt, feeling like I wasn’t spending enough time with the woman who had shaped me into the person I am today.

The thought of not cherishing every moment with her weighed heavily on my heart.

I knew I had to do something to make her feel truly loved.

There was this deep, urgent need to create something special that was just ours.

So, I began to interview her—asking her about everything I could before time slipped away.

Gram had a deep love for the outdoors, and as her health declined and she had to move into the nursing home, I felt an ache in my heart.

To bring a little bit of the beauty she cherished into her life, I began sending her a fresh bouquet of flowers every month—to brighten her days and remind her of the love that surrounded her, even from afar.

Alzheimer’s is a cruel and unforgiving disease, slowly stealing the person you love. My grandmother passed away in the fall of 2024. Always the jokester, her last words to me just days before she passed were, 'Why don’t you shut the hell up?' I know I should’ve felt heartbroken—after all, it was something she never would have said in her healthier days. But instead, I smiled through my tears, knowing that despite everything, we had shared an incredible, irreplaceable connection right up until her last moments.

As a happiness and grief life coach, I’ve learned that one of the most healing ways to cope with the loss of someone we love is by performing acts of kindness and generosity in their honor.

My Gram cherished the monthly flower deliveries and I created incredible memories during the meaningful interviews we shared.

I realized that these simple acts brought us closer even in her final days.

Inspired by her love and the connection we shared, I created Tulip & Glenna to help other women navigating the same struggles I faced as my grandmother aged—offering a way to honor their loved ones while strengthening those precious bonds.

She would have absolutely loved Tulip & Glenna, and I know you will too!

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52 easy thoughtful and easy ideas to help you get closer to your aging grandmother.

You + Grandma

Looking for meaningful ways to deepen your connection with your grandmother, just like I did with my Gram? I’ve put together 52 easy thoughtful ideas—one for each week of the year—that will help inspire you to grow closer.

These simple yet powerful ideas won’t take much time from your busy life, but they’ll have a lasting impact in showing your grandmother just how much she truly means to you.

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Here's what you can expect by joining the Tulip & Glenna Membership.

Monthly flowers delivered to your grandmother (sent with love from you)
A supportive community of women who understand exactly what you're going through
Weekly emails with thoughtful interview questions and connection ideas
Access to a happiness & grief life coach to guide you along the way
Extra surprises to make your journey even more meaningful

If you're ready to join me on this mission, click the button below.

I'll add you to the waitlist to be the first to know when the membership re-opens.

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What Simple Act Can Strengthen Your Bond with Grandma Quiz with personalized results

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Not sure how to deepen your connection with your grandma? Take our quiz to receive personalized insights and practical tips to help you start building a stronger bond. We'll guide you every step of the way!

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Our Mission

At Tulip & Glenna, we believe in the power of family, love, and deep connection.

We understand the challenges that come with living a busy life but still wanting to stay connected to your grandmother. That’s why we’re here—to help bridge the distance with a simple, yet meaningful gesture: a monthly flower delivery that serves as a reminder of your love, gratitude, and devotion.

With every bloom, we cultivate compassion, joy, and a sense of warmth, making it easier for you to nurture these precious bonds.

What we value most:

Love
Family
Gratitude
Compassion
Faith

Our mission is to help busy granddaughters, who feel overwhelmed and guilty about not having enough time to show their love, foster a deep and meaningful connection with their aging grandmothers.

Through our thoughtful monthly flower deliveries, we aim to create moments of love, gratitude, and joy, helping bridge the distance and strengthen the bond that lasts a lifetime. We are dedicated to making it easier for granddaughters to nurture these precious relationships during their grandmother’s final years, bringing comfort, compassion, and warmth when it’s needed most.

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