Mowing the lawn Saturday I came upon this stick. Just perfect for whatever a little boy may need a stick for. I thought about our new grandson ... let's call him "Littlest One"... and contemplated how very quickly he'll grow and soon be finding all kinds of things to do with such a stick. It's instinctive. I know about boys!
We've had three big storms this past week, with all the bells and whistles of thunder, lightening, damaging winds, and hail. I've done quite a bit of picking up of limbs and branches, but came across no stick as perfect as this one.
"Littlest One" made his entry into this world in the middle of one of the storms at the end of the longest day of the year. We are thankful all went well, he is healthy, and mom and baby are doing great. He eats, sleeps and enjoys being held (after all, he was "held" for 9 months!) Big sister, suddenly not so much a "little one" anymore, can't stop smiling. Such fun to observe her first glimpse of him, and the light in her eyes and the huge smile on her face. She had a birthday balloon for him.
For me, it was an extra bonus that they delivered where I work and were well cared for by my colleagues. Little One enjoyed a visit to the nursery and didn't miss a thing--shots, band aids, belly buttons, etc. We had some special days together before Baby Bro. arrived home!
She will be a big help to her mom and a great older sister. Great photos and post! Congrats.
ReplyDeletePure joy! You are so fortunate to have them close as they are to have you close. Enjoy!
ReplyDeleteBest,
Bonnie
Another envious Nana here - you are so lucky to have them close!
ReplyDeleteIt's true, what you said about your granddaughter - overnight, the first baby is not such a baby when the second arrives. It's bittersweet.
So sweet for you and I'm glad as well that they're living near now. :)
ReplyDeleteCongrats to all. So sweet to see that big sister loves her little brother. Have a terrific day. Tammy
ReplyDeleteDotsie, the feelings of our similar experiences are so strong for me still. My heart swells with joy for your getting to be there for this wonderful event and for the special time you shared with Little One while waiting for the Littlest to come home. You are so right about the stick thing. I really did not grasp that until I had a son of my own. He is 28 now, but I remember so well the way he could use sticks, rocks, bugs... the list goes on. So will our little men. =) You are so blessed to have them near. Hugs ~ tanna
ReplyDeleteSuch sweet times. I love the wondering about their lives, too, ...what will they enjoy, what will they be like, etc...
ReplyDeleteCongratulations! There's nothing like being a Grandma!--right? ~Delores
ReplyDeleteCongratulations! How wonderful to have a new grandson along with your sweet granddaughter. Sweet pictures of them. Enjoy!
ReplyDeleteDotsie,
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely post. Congratulations on littlest one.
Carol
Precious little ones! A sweet new baby ~ and a darling big sister! :)
ReplyDeleteHi Podso
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on your new grandson. Little one sure looks proud as punch with her new brother.
Having them close by is nice for both you and their parents.
Judith
It is a joyful thing to see a family grow! Big sister looks thrilled and it will be nice for you to see all their interactions as they grow!
ReplyDeletePS How fun to have a fireplace mantle that came all the way from Brooklyn! I bet there are many stories contected to it. :)
This is quite wonderful!
ReplyDeleteThat last photo is precious. I love her pink skirt. Hooray for the coolest grandma in town!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on your new baby grandson! What a wonderful gift from God. I have two and they are such amazing creatures, and yes, sticks are just what they love, a stick can be so many different things.
ReplyDeleteHugs, cindy