Joy of Grandparenting

It was an absolutely gorgeous day! The temperature reached the low 80s and for this time of year that is spectacular. All through the day as I worked I couldn't help but be excited because tonight was a "grandma" night. The number 3 grandson was coming over. I love the time I spend with each of them and it was finally his turn. When I picked him up and looked closely at his face I saw all the things that I love about children: freckles, sparkling eyes, joy of doing something fun, and anticipation. Well tonight would be just about him. We stopped for a slush and he did a little "diddy" to decide which flavor - grape seemed best for today. As soon as we were home he climbed the apple tree and played on the swing. Then, as light gave way to evening we built a fire and roasted hot dogs and made S'mores. The end of the evening found our little visitor snuggly wrapped in a sleeping bag watching Hatari! his very favorite movie. Grandparenting is easy when the grandchildren are so sweet!

Poetry by Langston Hughes

I rediscovered this poem today.

Dreams

Hold fast to dreams

For if dreams die

Life is a broken-winged bird

That cannot fly.

Hold fast to dreams

For when dreams go

Life is a barren field

Frozen with snow.

Langston Hughes