For me there's no fun like the fun that can be had with little children. After a day of games and laughter I might not be very full of life but I still have a smile on my face and more wonderful memories to call upon when I need an uplift.
I get sad when I think about my little four month old grand-daughter in Brasil, when will I get to meet her/cuddle her/play with her? I miss her and I've never even met her.
I'm so thankful my son is besotted with her, sends lots of photos and makes video calls where I can just gaze at her.
I'm also thankful to have a little great-granddaughter who likes to stay and play with her Granny. She spent most of the day and evening with me on Saturday. What a lovely time we had.
We played ladies eating cake. I didn't know three year olds still loved to do that. Actually, we were eating pancakes but first we had to make them. I did a considerable amount of downsizing when I moved house recently but there were a few things I clung on to. One of them was a little apron I had made for this child's aunt when she was around the same age. Those of you who have been following me for a long time may remember the times I spent in the kitchen with now 17 year old Georgia. (I must buy a crown for litle Lexis.)
Georgia cooking up a storm back in the day.
My trusty old hand held beaters are still in use. Georgia's artwork still adorns my fridge.
We played dress-ups. My shoes, handbags, hats, scarves were beautifully paraded. I did my best to play the part of older fancy lady. I wonder if the shop assistant noticed I was wearing sparkly earrings and pearls mid-afternoon when we went for a special treat? The apron is covering Lexis jewellery.
It's wonderful to be reminded of Georgia all dressed up back in the day. Now you are still being kept young by the later additions to the family.
ReplyDeleteThis little one is a lot like Georgia, Graham. You should see Georgia in the kitchen these days, I'm sure her future will lay in hospitality. I do miss seeing her so often.
ReplyDeleteWhat a joyful day, i hope she has many more with you, and that you get to meet your newest family member very soon.
ReplyDeleteThanks, mimi, it was a joyful day. I'm dreaming of the day I get to hold that little Brasilian child.
DeleteOh, what a heart-warming post, Pauline! Wonderful memories made, cherished, and new ones being made. Thanks so much for sharing. :)
ReplyDeleteAnd the bub...what an adorable little pet. :)
Keep taking good care...best wishes from across the Tasman.
You are one super granny.
ReplyDeleteHi Lee, I'm lucky to have a little one living close by that I get to spend time with while I fret about the one so far away. Take care.
ReplyDeleteThat's what I tell them, too, Di. My oldest grandson, who is now 27 (how on earth did that happen?) used to say I had super powers, my favourite was seeing through eyes on the back of my head.
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