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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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Skap · 15/06/2023 21:10

My favourite thread!

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DisgraceToTheYChromosome · 15/06/2023 20:07

Model's own hat, his mother's sunglasses, and sand by the grandparents.

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Hoppyhops · 15/06/2023 20:01

Oh I love this thread so much and often check back. Fabulous update! He looks like a very cool dude 😎, surrounded by love and living a wonderful life!

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DisgraceToTheYChromosome · 15/06/2023 19:20

It's been six years since I started this thread. How time flies when you're having fun. Like this:

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whataballbag · 27/12/2022 18:07

Oh I love seeing this thread pop up!!

2018SoFarSoGreat · 25/12/2022 19:09

Merry Christmas to all of the Disgraced!b

snowinthesticks · 25/12/2022 16:22

Merry Christmas to the disgrace family 👪. Glad you popped in.

BoreOfWhabylon · 25/12/2022 15:26

oops!
WineXmas Grin

BoreOfWhabylon · 25/12/2022 15:24

Good to hear from you @DisgraceToTheYChromosome
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year [fwine]

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DisgraceToTheYChromosome · 25/12/2022 14:49

Merry Christmas from the Disgraces and the Little Prince.

I swore I wouldn't post again, but I had a bit of good news last week. Admittedly, it involved a couple of insertions, and I'm sure if she been wearing a watch I could have felt the strap.

However, I'm not departing just yet, so there's more mischief to get up to. Fingers crossed for his graduation in 16 years

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2018SoFarSoGreat · 19/08/2022 21:11

ah, seeing this thread pop is like having an old - much missed - friend come visit.

I do hope you and the Little Prince are well, and that you continue to have that incredibly strong and special bond.

My grandad was one of the most important people in my life, and I got to spend time with him until I was 40, so well into adult hood. I can still hear his voice clearly all these years later. You are gifting that to this little guy.

BoreOfWhabylon · 18/08/2022 22:03

Oh, pleased to see this lovely thread again!

How are you @DisgraceToTheYChromosome ?

The Little Prince is due another birthday soon, I think?

AgathaMystery · 18/08/2022 18:38

Oh I do love this thread so much.

StruggleStreet · 24/01/2022 17:13

Just discovered this lovely thread.

As I was reading it I was acutely aware a future pandemic was looming, hope it didn’t keep you away from your DD and DGS too much.

My parents missed their GCs terribly but we’re happily making up for lost time now.

GuineaPigPosie · 22/01/2022 16:37

This thread is so wonderful. I sometimes come here when I miss my late granddad - just to share your joy. I wasn't his first grandchild, but I was his first granddaughter. We were kindred spirits and I miss him terribly.

What a wonderful grandfather you are, OP 💗

whataballbag · 18/01/2022 20:40

I'd forgotten about this thread ❤️

TellerTuesday · 17/01/2022 14:57

I've just found this thread as someone posted a link to it on a recent one about the love of being a grandparent.

Just wanted to say it's made my absolute day!

I was lucky enough to have the most amazing grandad, he died suddenly when I was 27 but I'm so grateful for the years I had him & the memories. My own DD was born (4 weeks early btw) 2 years later on the same date he died. She's almost 9 now but has so many mannerisms the same as him, I'm sure their paths crossed somewhere 💗

The love between a grandparent & grandchild is truly something special. Enjoy every minute xx

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DisgraceToTheYChromosome · 12/07/2021 08:56

He's off to school two weeks after his 4th birthday, and there's no messing about: half day Wednesday, day off, full day Friday, then permanent full time. Busy weekend just gone, got his uniform while I was being chopped about on Saturday, football and today they're moving house. And no, I hadn't seen the consultant when they had their offer accepted. Up here they're very quick with the joint replacement. As if I'd time being on crutches to get out of heavy lifting...

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Ulysses · 12/07/2021 08:28

I read this with my morning coffee and it’s gave me a warm glow. You really an amazing writer and GF. Smile

Bluepiano · 12/07/2021 06:32

This is so heartwarming. What a lovely grandad you are.

ChessieFL · 12/07/2021 06:17

This is one zombie thread I’m glad to see still going! Glad you’ve had your knee replacement.

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DisgraceToTheYChromosome · 11/07/2021 22:08

Just a quick note: I've had the kneee replacement, now for the weight loss.

We're going to get each other into so much trouble!

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TheCakeDiet · 26/01/2021 21:42

Oh this is just brilliant.

Hope you are keeping well @DisgraceToTheYChromosome. Would love to see an update.

HadEnoughOfBears · 07/01/2021 22:09

I have only just found this thread!
It's marvellous 😍

JoanJosephJim · 29/08/2020 16:39

I love coming back to this to see the updates. I wish all Grandparents were as enthusiastic about being involved.

I hope that you are taking lots of video of yourself and your wife with "melter of hearts" it is the one thing we like to look back on as my lovely Mum died 10 years ago when the children were 7 and 4.

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