Sunday 15 February 2009

A Picture Is Worth A Thousand Words

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We had a lovely time with the boys yesterday. They chatter all the time and it is fun to hold proper conversations with them now.

We did a lot of writing and drawing. They wanted me to write all their friends' names and also family on the white board. They wanted "Grand-dat" as Daniel calls Mike, to draw them a house and he did a good one complete with car on the drive and trees. They were delighted. I had to draw an Elephant, the sun, flowers etc. Nathan wrote his name and Daniel's. They did jigsaws and Daniel is amazingly fast at them. He never uses the picture to obtain hints, he just does them.

"Grand-dat" played ball with Daniel in the hall and Jesse tried to join in so he had to be put out in the sun room. There were lots of cuddles and smiles. They come out with the most amusing remarks.

Eventually Daniel said "Nana, I am so very very tired." It is always very very with Daniel. So, I gave them their milk which they always have at bedtime. Nathan has banana flavour and Daniel has chocolate. Daniel asked for more and naturally we gave him some. He polished it all off with gusto.

They knew that Mummy and Daddy were going to pick them up quite late but there was no problem about them sleeping in our bed. In they got, Daniel wanted to sleep on my side. I told them to sleep tight, God bless, love you. I got the reply "God bless, love you Nana". Within five minutes they were both fast asleep.

They did not wake even when Daddy put their coats on and carried them to the car. So, they fell asleep here and woke up this morning at home.

Two very happy and contented little boys and two very happy Grandparents!

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Have a happy Sunday, dear friends and readers.


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32 comments:

  1. What a lovely story I felt it should end ,'and they all lived happily ever after ',great pictures too ...love Jan xx

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  2. BEAUTFUL PICS..WHAT LUCKY LITLE BOYS TO HAVE GRANDPARENTS LIKE YOU..WHAT MEMORIES YOU ARE CREATING TOO... ;-)

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  3. Sounds as if all of you had a wonderful day. They look so cute snoozing away. Hugs, Helen

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  4. They are wonderful little boys and I know you had a grand day with them. I suppose you both were ready for that bed when they left. Nice of them to warm it up for you too. That was a very very nice way to spend Valentines Day.

    'On Ya' - ma

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  5. So gorgeous, like little angels! I'm so happy for you and Mike to have spent some real quality time with these two gems! What agreat evening! Have a nice Sunday too. Ciao. Antonella

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  6. Now that's how Valentine's Day should play out - love all around. Loved your post. God Bless!

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  7. Oh what a lovely day, I bet you two slept well also, LOL. I miss those days with my grandchildren so much. I can't wait until they are here for the summer.

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  8. This gave me the biggest smile, Jeannette. Nothing is more beautiful than a sleeping child. Thanks for sharing your visit with us! Oh, grandchildren are such gifts!! I hope you are having a good Sunday, honey. Love, Val xox

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  9. You certainly had a great time, Jeannette, I'm very pleased for you all

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  10. Awww Jeannette I wept when I saw the pictures.It certainly brought back memories of when my Two Grandboys were the same age.Falling alseep just like that after a busy day with Grandma and Rooster.How I miss those wonderful times.Priceless.Thankyou for sharing your wonderful day.Bless them.Take Care God Bless Kath xx

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  11. these are the best of times! Enjoy while you can.

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  12. What a beautiful picture you paint for us of such a lovely day ~ the boys look so content fast asleep in your bed ~ Ally x

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  13. They are growing into such lovely we boys..You are justifiably proud of them It is so good that you ha dthe day with them....all these lovely memories to be stored away for the future.
    Much Love sybil xx

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  14. bless jeannette,lovely pics of a lovely day.take care,love mort xx

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  15. Hi Jeannette
    It sounds like a good time was had by one and all ,so plesed you all enjoyed it ,how nice they fell asleep ,they felt safe and well loved .Hope their Mum and Dad had a good time too ...love Jeanxx

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  16. Yes, they look very precious. My visits to my Grandmother K were so treasured. She was the epitome of a loving grandmother to me. I always will have in mind a picture of her coming in the room with her lamp when my sister and I fell out of bed and started crying. She helped us up and tucked us back in with nary a scolding word. Funny how the picture of the lady with the lamp stays in my mind even now. We have along memory for love, and I am sure your little grandkids will have those memories of you and grand dad.

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  17. Awwwwwwww... How sweet they are... :)

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  18. The joy of children is priceless. Eileen x

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  19. How peaceful they look all snuggled like that. Very sweet :).....

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  20. What a wonderful day with the boys. Happy you had a heart warming Valentine's. the photos are priceless. hugz~kbear

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  21. Ahhhh they are so sweet! Isn't it fun being a grandparent, you can play with them, give them chocolate milk and then they go home with mom & dad. I love it! I have a scrap book of all the early pictures my grand kids made for me. I cherish it....Linda in Washington

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  22. I know exactly how you feel! The youngest grandson was here this evening, he calls me Grandma Roses...they are so cute!

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  23. Such a nice day you had...and the boys are just too cute...loved the photos...and also love your photo header...have a great week!!
    Love,
    Joyce

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  24. It is always so nice to read stories about kids and their grandparents. We have so much to share with them and when we live close it is not so hard.
    I always say, "if I had known grandkids were so much fun, I would have had them first" NOW I might not have made that statment at ALL time on the recent family holiday.
    Raising kids is NOT an easy job and we need to pray for our kids as they take on this task.

    Love and blessings to you an Mike

    ALBERTA Lori

    PS hubby gave me his bug...

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  25. The boys are adorable; what a wonderful Granny you are! Hugs, Maire

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  26. Hello Jeannette I found you! The boys have grown & look lovely! Just familiarising myself with what to do on here.......
    All the Best, Claudia xxx (Iris Clyde)

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  27. Awww, they are soo cute! I'm very happy that they have such wonderful grandparents.

    I can't wait to have a grandbaby to babysit!

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  28. A story-book life it seems! Well SOME one deserves to have one lol!!

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  29. These pictures are precious, looks like grandmna and grand-dat wore them out!! I bet it is amusing to chat with them. I'm happy to see you had such a lovely time with them.
    xx

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  30. It is wonderful to see the photo's of the boy's as they sleep. To be that young with one's whole life ahead, is a joy to remember. mark

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