grandparent

[collectorruger]

Had dinner with my son and daughter in law last night and was told we were going to be grandparents in December our first a little girl. I suggested a name spoiler rotten but they didn't agree.

 

[Mega Twin]

Nothing like grand kids!
Congrats!

 

[coach]

I just crossed the first grandchild/ granddaughter line this past May. Loving it. Congratulations. I’m sure you will too.

 

[contender]

Spoiling a grandchild is the way a grandparent gets back at their kids!

Congrats!

 

[vito]

Some friendly advice: spend as much time as you can with your grandchild when they are young, and that doesn't cause grief to the parents. The time goes by so quickly, and then it is gone. I have 12 grandchildren now, and I found out that it was all too easy sometimes to let my own schedule get in the way, and it was also easy to think "oh well, I will see him/her soon anyway". As they grow up they may find that while they love you, they really want to spend time with friends and other activities and not with their grandparents. The years from about 2 until 12 seems to be about the best time that kids can appreciate the unconditional love and attention of a grandfather or grandmother. And you never know when their Mom or Dad will have to relocate for a new or better job or some other reason, and suddenly that easy visit is now a cross country challenge. I have grandkids ranging in age from 2 to 23. The two oldest live a few thousand miles away, and sadly, we rarely get to spend any time with them. (The divorce of my oldest son and his wife, with one grandchild living with the ex-wife doesn't make things any easier). So even when I feel awfully tired, or have things to get done, I often change my plans when my youngest son calls and says "Dad, can you and Mom watch our 2 year old for a few hours", and relish that time with this little guy. When a family vacation recently was not going to be attended by another son and his family, because they recently relocated to L.A., we offered to pay for the flight of our 10 year old granddaughter so that she could attend the vacation. Not so much for time with us, but for time with her other cousins. Worth every penny. So treasure the time with your grandchildren, and not just when they are infants. Be prepared for the day when your grandchild tells his or her Mom or Dad that they don't want to go to Grandpa's house because they want to go to the movies with friends that day. Just enjoy this great part of life, and one of the few things that are positive about growing old.

 

[bogus bill]

I made great grandpa about ten months ago. Pretty good as I was 37 before I even made father. Got a late start. Bad part is they live a long ways from us.

 

[45Colt_Man]

Congratulations to you and your family.
My youngest granddaughter is spending this week with us. She's 13 and enjoys the trampoline and swimming pool and riding he 4 wheeler. Spoiled by her grandmother .
One great grandson 18 months.

Dana

 

[Mus408]

Many congrats and enjoy it all while you can! Have a couple myself and it is a treat when we get them on Fridays during summer months when they are out of school!

 

[turbo111]

Today is my Grandson's 5th birthday..he said that he wants to go to IHOP. No problem with that!!

 

[Fox Mike]

Grand-parenthood is a great institution. You get to let them do things that you never let your kids do, get them all 'wound up', then give them back to their parents; with a BIG smile on your face. :lol:

 

[gramps]

Yep, grandkids rock! Plus we know things they never will. Kinda fun to pull out something they aren’t aware of to make their heads explode? :shock: :mrgreen:
gramps

 

[arfmel]

Good advice here. Closest I’ll ever get is “uncle”. Had lots of fun with that, though.

 

[Selena]

My oldest has already been told that if she doesn't wait until she is at least 30 to have her first baby her brother is going to be an only child.

 

[WendyZXZ]

Congratulations!

 

[daveg.inkc]

Congratulations!! Grandkids are the best. My oldest Grandson is 7. I got him started fishing this year and he wants to fish everyday. He has caught several bass this year, up to 6 lbs. Several channel cats and many bluegills. I bought the kids Daisy Red Ryders and archery gear with deer targets. Just like my Grandfather did with me.

 

[Colonialgirl]

My Grand Daughter KNOWS she owns my heart and has ever since she was in diapers; She turns 20 years old the 28th of this month. WHERE does time fly ???

 

[exavid]

Yes indeed, grandchildren are much better than one's own. At least it seems that way since I don't have to deal with the things I did with my own who really weren't bad either.

 

[vortecMax]

Congrats to the grandparents to be.

 

[Don Lovel]

I have 6 grandkids, consider it my only job to teach them some personal skills and respect for others
I will have the 5yr old boy for a couple of days next week, taking him to Bass Pro in Springfield
The 13yr old grandson will be going to Colorado with us the following week. That kid is in bad need of some liberal nonsense deprogramming from his Lawrence Kansas school system indoctrination. Hours of windshield time could provide some good conversation about that crap.
Youngest granddaughter is 2 1/2, cute and sweet little kid. When we took her to see my 88yr old mom, it was like giving mom a huge shot of vitamen B12. Every Sunday I do a skype call with her, always a hoot

 

[Xsales]

Congrats - a nice milestone for you
Have 4 myself - 10, 8, 7, 8 months
Boy, girl boy, girl

Call me biased but mine are great

You will enjoy your new/added role in life