How many of you know that there IS a "Grandparent's Day"?!
I think we're getting the short-end-of-the-stick!
I've never seen a mushy Hallmark commercial for a card for us grandparents.
Have you?
This year it falls on Sunday, September 12th.
So I'd like to say, to all the grandmothers and grandfathers,
and to everyone that also has that role in someones life -
"Thank you and God bless you for all that you do.
May you have a wonderful Grandparent's Day
surrounded by all those that you love and that love you!!
Enjoy your special day!!"
The above two photographs are of my grandparents.
This is my children's maternal grandfather - my father.
This is my children's maternal grandmother - my mother.
And here is one of our grandchildren's grandfathers - my husband.
And here is one of their grandmothers - lucky me!! :)
Grandchildren don't make a man feel old; it's the knowledge that he's married to a grandmother. ~G. Norman CollieA grandmother is a mother who has a second chance. ~Author UnknownOne of the most powerful handclasps is that of a new grandbaby around the finger of a grandfather. ~Joy Hargrove
To a small child, the perfect granddad is unafraid of big dogs and fierce storms but absolutely terrified of the word "boo." ~Robert Brault,My grandkids believe I'm the oldest thing in the world. And after two or three hours with them, I believe it, too. ~Gene PerretDo you know why grandchildren are always so full of energy? They suck it out of their grandparents. ~Gene Perret
Grandparents are there to help the child get into mischief they haven't thought of yet. ~Gene Perret
"You're more trouble than the children are" is the greatest compliment a grandparent can receive. ~Gene PerretA grandparent loves you from when you're a bald baby to a bald father and all the hair in between. - Erma Bombeck
Signing off for now,
gabriele
What nice pictures :) you and your husband look so happy with the grandchildren! Happy Grandparent's day!!
ReplyDeletep.s. but you don't look like a grandmother :)))
Gabriele- What a lovely, lovely family you have. I think you look a lot like your Mother-what a beautiful woman. I, like you, have such a sense of heritage. I'm sure you are passing that on to your grandchildren and I hope that at least one of them has that deep sense of historical connection.
ReplyDeleteI did NOT know it was grandparent's day. Hmmmm...that might be worth a nice little present, or two, if I could work it into the conversation~ lol Of course, the best present, is the kids themselves!
Hugs-thanks for popping by my blog and commenting...xxoo Diana
Beautiful family. Thanks for visiting me over at Pittypat Paperie and leaving a nice comment about my printing on fabric.
ReplyDeleteWhat wonderful pictures of your family! Thanks so much for your nice comments, and a belated thanks for following me! Have a great weekend :)
ReplyDeleteLol loved those quotes you posted. They really had alot of humor as well as knowledge of how hard it is to raise grandkids. My grandmother must've had a crazy time raising me, I'm pretty sure I was a handful.
ReplyDeleteAhhh. . .great photos ~ Great quotes ~ Beautiful family ~ And thanks for the heads-up about Grandparents Day! Happy Monday to all!
ReplyDeleteThanks for finding me at Cozy Blanket. I love your blog. I will be back to read more. Grandkids are a real gift from God, aren't they. I am hurrying as my Ohio ones are coming for lunch and to celebrsate Piper's 1st birthday. Piper is our Springer Spaniel. I still have to do the table and bake cupcakes. So funny, huh.
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s your govenor would say, "I'll be back". ((((HUGS))))
Sweet photos! My grandsons must not know about grandparent's day. :) thanks for dropping by my blog.
ReplyDeleteWhat lovely pictures :)
ReplyDeleteI didn't know about grandparent's day! How lovely :)
I know I am late but Happy Grandparents Day. Love all your beautiful family pictures. Our grandchildren are precious. Thank you for visiting my blog.
ReplyDeleteRita
What children need most are the essentials that grandparents can provide in abundance, unconditional love, kindness, patience, humor, comfort, lessons in life and most importantly
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A beautiful family - and some rather witty sentiments expressed at the end of your post.
ReplyDeleteI just hope one of my sons will bless me with a Grandchild. I hope.
Sadly we live so far away from my daughters grandparents, but thanks for the reminder to celebrate them on Sunday!!
ReplyDeleteI had to admit, I had no idea. Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteI love what you are doing over here! From the quotes which I will be sharing with my parents with whom my daughter and I live, to the photo evolution of your sleeper, to the silk scarf you create, it's all so fun!
ReplyDelete(and thanks for finding and following me too :)
What a gift you are to me! Happy Grandmother's week and welcome!
ReplyDeleteHow nice to be introduced in this grand post. Lovely to meet you.
ReplyDeleteWhat a sweet post. How perfect to close with an Erma Bombeck quote.
ReplyDeleteP.S. Thanks for stopping by.
Your family is gorgeous. Happy GP day!
ReplyDeleteWe've just had a great summer, where my kids got to spend time with each of their grandparents, for once. A couple of the grandparents seem to be following Gene Perret's idea of grandparenting a little too closely, mind...
ReplyDeleteJust had a month with my grandkids in Italy and enjoyed every minute of it! They live in the rain forest of Trinidad so I hope I'm expanding their world as well. Thanks for stopping by my blog- I agree we have lots in common. I love this land of your ancestors.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful post. You look very much like your lovely mother! Thanks for your kind comment on my blog this afternoon. xx
ReplyDeleteI wonder whether you know about the blog called SEPIA SATURDAY? I'm sure you would enjoy some of their photographs, too. Thank you for visiting my blog today...
ReplyDeleteI love the grandparent quotes and also the photos. Being a grandparent is such a satisfying thing.
ReplyDeleteThanks for visiting my blog.
Marilynne
Hi Gabrielle,
ReplyDeleteThanks for stopping by our family blog...glad you like it!
I didn't know it was Grandparent's Week or Day until my daughter-in-law presented us with a gift yesterday...we'll totally enjoy that celebration to add to your year!
It looks as if you're enjoying your big day, too! Beautiful family you have!!!
Best,
Becky
This is such a great blog. I love all the great grandparents and I was glad to see you and your husband among the bunch. Enjoyed seeing and reading.
ReplyDeleteOh, my goodness.... I just came across your blog! I am so glad I did!
ReplyDeleteYour family looks wonderful!
Thank you for sharing!
Leticia
Oops! I missed it! Oh well!!
ReplyDeleteI think I have seen hallmark grandparents day commercials.. but it's been a long time!
Love the grandparent's quotes... especially the one about the mischief the child has not thought of yet---boy is that ever fun for me! My 6 year old granddaughter is my favorite and willing accomplice! Glad to see how much you love and enjoy your grandchildren. You are such a happy lady who loves life.
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