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To clap my hands and skip about in a elephantine manner?

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DisgraceToTheYChromosome · 15/06/2017 23:11

I'm going to be a grandfather! Woo hoo! They haven't tuppence to rub together, so there'll be 3 generations under one roof. Still, DD is doing well after the throwing stopped, he's working all the hours God sends, and with luck I shall see New Person into their teens, as opposed to my DF who got less than 7 years of DGF hood. Wish us luck.

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ALemonyPea · 15/06/2018 16:42

What a gorgeous thread. You sound like an amazing grandad.

anametouse · 15/06/2018 16:24

Ooh!!! Love to you all

BoreOfWhabylon · 15/06/2018 09:17

I wish them all the luck in the world. And you too Flowers

MrsMozart · 15/06/2018 08:31

Oh. Beautiful picture and description, but then that last paragraph... Flowers

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DisgraceToTheYChromosome · 15/06/2018 02:00

Meanwhile, he's not far short of 18 pounds and three feet, he can stand without holding onto things for up 10 seconds and then lower himself down, and DD is amusing herself by getting him to chase thrown objects. Very like a puppy, complete with growling. He expresses joy with his entire body: he greeted me yesterday by simultaneously laughing, blowing raspberries, and flapping his arms.

Except...our time with him is ending. DSIL and DD are moving out in a month. We're following them up by Christmas, but the daily cuddles will soon be a thing of the past. Still, we've been incredibly lucky. Might need a hankie sometime in July. Wish them luck.

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DisgraceToTheYChromosome · 15/06/2018 01:48

He's not terribly visible, but this is a piece of history. He's being held by his great great grandmother, and in shot are no less than 10 grandparents and great grandparents by blood and marriage.

To clap my hands and skip about in a elephantine manner?
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Waddlelikeapenguin · 13/06/2018 12:42

This thread is lovely Smile

MrsMozart · 12/06/2018 23:13

Oh happy happy thread Flowers

upsydaisydah · 12/06/2018 23:09

This is too lovely, I’ve been happy crying the whole entire way through the thread. Bless you all Flowers

MsMotherOfDragons · 12/06/2018 22:03

What a beyond delicious thread. Congratulations to you on your small person, and to your small person on you.

gendercritter · 12/06/2018 21:58

Please write a book op. You are a very talented writer. And thank you for sharing your joy. I wish I'd had a grandad like you.

derxa · 12/06/2018 20:32

Not placemarking at all. Lovely updates

InNeedOfALieInNow · 12/06/2018 20:23

Best thread I’ve ever read. Your family are lucky to have you

Alb1 · 12/06/2018 20:13

This is so lovely, I've never seen it before, but your first post reminded me of my mum when I told her I was pregnant the first time, she was so excited and proud. Unfortunately she passed away when DS was 5 months old, but reading this has reminded me of the joy she felt. Congratulations on your grandson, he's beautiful, enjoy every minute 😊

BoreOfWhabylon · 12/06/2018 19:58

No christening pics? Sad

Still, your words paint a thousand pictures Disgrace Grin

AHedgehogCanNeverBeBuggered · 12/06/2018 19:53

How have I only found this thread now?! What a lovely story and what a gorgeous little boy! Flowers

Please update us OP, I wish your lovely DGS a lifetime of health, wealth and happiness SmileStarFlowers

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DisgraceToTheYChromosome · 06/06/2018 01:00

He's been christened. A jolly occasion, during which he pulled a hank of DD's hair out and waved it triumphantly, returned the congregation's applause, and tried to climb into the font. How he loves an audience!

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FrozenMargarita17 · 01/06/2018 23:30

This is such a glorious thread ❤️

WittyWithWine · 01/06/2018 23:20

Bless our beautiful grandchildren

WilburIsSomePig · 29/05/2018 08:49

Oh my goodness, how have I never seen this thread before??

My dad died when my two were 3 and 5 and DH's when they were 11 and 8 so had a little time with their grandads who were both amazing and loved the very bones of them. I miss them both, not just for me but for my kids as it's a most special relationship.

Disgrace you are all so blessed to have each other, your little lad is beautiful. This is def on my 'watch' list now.

LoveInTokyo · 29/05/2018 08:30

Wow @ this thread. Smile

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Ohb0llocks · 29/05/2018 08:19

You sound like such an awesome dad/grandad ❤️

My maternal grandpa died when I was 3 months old. My grandma says I was the first baby he wasn't scared to hold, and he used to poke me and wake me up. She said it's like he knew he didn't have much time with me, and my paternal grandpa has always been in Ill health.

He's a lucky little boy ❤️

harrietm87 · 29/05/2018 08:11

I never met my grandfathers - would have wished for one like you.

My 5 week old is sleeping on my chest and hoping he is loved by his grandparents as much as your little grandson is.

olderthanyouthink · 29/05/2018 07:40

Aww this is just so wonderful 😍

Tiddlywinks63 · 28/05/2018 17:15

I didn't have grandparents who engaged with me, more like a frigid tolerance although my paternal GM was more friendly.
I'm determined to be a hands on GM to my DGSs, as much as I am allowed 😄
Your DGS is a charmer op!

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