Sunday, March 10, 2013

My Grandparenting Role Models



My in-laws were and really still are my inspiration for being the best grandparent I can imagine being. They were part of Justin and Mykey’s life from the time they were born until Millie and George died.  Summer vacations and holidays were time with Millie and George. Millie never tired of reading to both of them. George played with them and taught them how to do things as they grew older. 

The boys really could do no wrong as far as their grandparents were concerned. They were able to give of themselves as well as love them unconditionally. As the boys got older, they each had an opportunity to treat their grandparents with as much love and care as they had been given. They became part of taking care of their grandparents as their health failed. They spent their summer vacations from college in Ohio, as each family member took turns being there during difficult last days for George. 

Whenever our family gets together, Millie and George are still there with us, in heart and mind, as we create new memories of grandchildren connecting to grandparents. What a gift we share!

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