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

585 replies

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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LilaBard · 27/08/2017 23:46

Congratulations! The way you describe him is so joyful, brought such a smile to my face. You sound like you will be a wonderful Grandad!

hellokitsy · 28/08/2017 00:03

What a lovely thread!! A very lucky little baby indeed to be born into so much love.

DisgraceToTheYChromosome · 29/08/2017 15:13

Those of you who suggested my job is to spoil him: his dad told me that on his 11th his DGM gave him a bacon sandwich buttered with Nutella for breakfast. I have tried this, and OH MY GOD.
Obviously this is something for the future. Meanwhile, here's the young gentleman experimenting with his eyelids.

To clap my hands and skip about in a elephantine manner?
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Pannalash · 29/08/2017 15:20

Congratulations how lovely.

ShowPineapple · 29/08/2017 15:31

This is the happiest thread I've read I ages. It's really made me smile - thank you OP. What a gorgeous grandson you have.

derxa · 29/08/2017 15:38

How lovely! congratulations Flowers You have restored my faith in MN (almost) Grin

UnmentionedElephantDildo · 29/08/2017 15:42

Congratulations!

Do we get a vid of the elephantine dancing?

hatsoncats · 29/08/2017 15:43

Your grandson is gorgeous - & you sound so lovely!
Many, many congratulations to you and your family.

SapphireSeptember · 29/08/2017 15:43

Aww, how lovely! Congratulations! Flowers He's adorable!

RubyGoat · 29/08/2017 15:51

He's lovely, & you sound lovely too. Congratulations!

KeiraTwiceKnightley · 29/08/2017 15:56

Congratulations. What a handsome chap. And what a lovely thread.

SeamstressfromTreacleMineRoad · 29/08/2017 15:59

Congratulations to all of you..! So nice to read such a happy (and unanimous!) AIBU Smile
Have lots of fun together...!!

Notreallyarsed · 29/08/2017 16:01

Congratulations he's a wee smasher Smile

Later, there will be sandcastles to build, raspberry blowing contests, and pointing at stuff with sticks found in hedges. Can't wait

This made me tear up, he's a lucky wee boy! (I had a grandad who did this stuff and it was ace!)

2017SoFarSoGood · 29/08/2017 16:24

Disgrace you may be the best representation of your chromosome. I am in tears (and a huge smile) on the bus, and my fellow commuters must think I've gone mad.

What happiness that beautiful new human has in store. How lucky to have you for his grandad.

You must do magic tricks with a pack of tiny cards. 😍

dontcallmelen · 29/08/2017 16:33

Awww many many congratulations, you will have so much fun.
Our dgd was born eighteen months ago & never knew I had such capacity for love, she brings so much joy & our garden & house has been overtaken with toys/books/ slides etc.
Enjoy the newborn snuggles 💐

implantsandaDyson · 29/08/2017 16:39

What a beautiful baby Grin, hope all are doing well. My dad has four grandchildren, he is a great dad, he's a bloody brilliant granda. He adores all four of the girls and they all love him very much, there has been the odd eye roll and muttering about what radio stations are tuned in his car, he has yet to appreciate the genius of Bruno Mars according to my 9 year old! Don't forget the empty paper bag and finger clicking trick.

OohLookASquirrel · 29/08/2017 16:46

Awwww!!! Congratulations!!

FruBayerischOla · 29/08/2017 16:49

Oh, Disgrace, what wonderful news - and your new grandson is gorgeous. Congratulations to you all Flowers

DonkeysDontRideBicycles · 29/08/2017 16:53

Bear Congratulations on your grandson. Pointing at stuff, delightful. Smile

BoreOfWhabylon · 29/08/2017 16:55

What a joyful thread!

I've always thought you were a good egg Disgrace. This has confirmed it.

Grandbaby is beautiful. Huge congratulations.

RedBlackberries · 29/08/2017 16:57

Ahh gorgeous boy! I'm welling up a bit too Blush

MrsMozart · 29/08/2017 16:59

Oh I'm welling up reading this. Such joy in your words. Welcome to the world little one, you are indeed blessed.

Cheekychops73 · 29/08/2017 17:02

Oh what a truly lovely thread. Congratulations on your new grandson he's a cracker. You are going to be a fabulous grandad. What a lucky, lucky wee boy. Oh yeah and my eyes might feel a bit leaky after your lovely excitement & description of him. 😊

Willow2017 · 29/08/2017 17:02

WOW this is the happiest thread I have read in ages.

So much positivity and joy to share. That little boy is very lucky to have such great parents and grandfather.

Congratulations to everyone and welcome to the world 'Baby Disgrace', lovely photo.

Hmm now about that sandwich....

PhilHarmonic · 29/08/2017 17:32

Congratulations Bear Flowers

Wine to your grandson