One way to build anticipation in your grandchildren when a visit from them is scheduled, is for you to make what amounts to a movie trailer of the attractions waiting for them when they arrive. Go around with your camcorder to some of the places you expect to be taking them and shoot some very short, intriguing highlights to whet their appetites for the fun in store. Or ask a neighbor who does have a computer to make up a spectacular title for you, and shoot that. When little grandkids are coming to visit, be sure to resurrect the child safety measures you applied when your offspring were toddlers. Set aside a trunk or big box for old clothes, hats, shoes, gloves and other items that you intend to give away, but which little kids can use to play dress-up when they come to visit.
Young children think it's cool to put on grown-ups' gear.
And when the container gets too full, you can have the grandkids come along when you take the excess to The Salvation Army store. Build a plywood toy box with a hinged top and paint it bright cheerful colors. Then stock it with toys, games, books and some simple sports equipment, like a badminton set or a softball and bat for your grandchildren to have fun with and look forward to when they are coming for a visit. If you have a nice wide, dead-level yard, a great sports equipment choice is a croquet set. It makes a big hit with grandkids, and you have a fair chance of beating them at it if you practice beforehand.