Don't Forget The Children
I have read a lot of bio's and one of the things that seems to keep coming up for the reason for doing this is to create more time with the children. I really feel compelled to tell you from someone that has missed a lot of my children's growing up you really CAN spend more time NOW. I have been married for 37yrs and always thought my JOB was to take care of my family by working hard and making enough money so they could have what they wanted. I thought it was enough that my wife took them to everything. I would just keep working. My wife would always take a lot of pictures of my son and my daughter. One very early morning I was sitting by myself and was looking at all those pictures that were framed of all the different stages of my childrens life. I began to realize that I didn't remember some of those pictures.It was a very empty feeling that came over me. You see I too was going to work hard and eventually get myself in a position to be able to do things with the family. I'm 56 now and that day hasn't come yet! I realize now why my wife took all those pictures, they were for me. Today my children are grown and married and each has a child. God is good to me he gave me another chance and I can tell you I won't mess this one up. Neither of my grandchildren know if I'm rich or poor but what they do know is that their Paw-Paw loves them dearly and ALWAYS has time for them.Funny thing that's really all they care about. So PLEASE they need you as much now as they will later. I hope maybe this will give you some insight from someone that has been thru it. Wishing you the very best that life has to offer for you and your family!!
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Who says there are no second chances? Our God is a good God. He'll bless you with everything you need to be a great "Paw-Paw".
Ade
Funmine thanks for the view and I really appreciate those words. Our strength and wisdom comes always from Him. Glad were on the same page. Have a blessed day Ade!!
Thank you so much for inviting me to read this blog, I can say that although I had time for my two daughters, now that I have my first grandchild I realize I should have provided more, that's why I share this feeling with you and think just as you that the main thing that kids need from us is just that: time.
alexisnilo Thanks for taking the time to read the blog and make some wonderful comments on it. I felt you would connect with it. Remember just because we are grandparents sometimes we feel that we are maybe getting to old to be able to contribute to bettering this world. Just look down at the little ones and realize what a great opportunity lies before you. What better way to make this world a better place for them then to teach those that will be responsible for it. Have a great day buddy!!
Thanks Wonderman for taking a minute and looking at the blog. I BELIEVE you will always remember them and am very happy that you can enjoy them now. My friend you will always cherish those moments!! Have a blessed day with your family.
Excellent blog! Yes, I will always remember the children.... and enjoy them now! Thanks for the follow back!
You're more than welcome - life is about the children and what we can provide for them in love, support and time!
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Wishing you the best!
arick always appreciate hearing from you. Sorry I missed responding the other day.