Brand new baby, happy grandmother! |
With so much of what makes up human life being reflected back at us through the prism of our computer screens we can spend hours living vicariously ‘liking’ all the places seen through other eyes - those seashores, sunsets and foreign cities – without ever feeling the sand between our toes or the rain on our faces. But no YouTube rehearsal equips us for the visceral power of real, raw life. I feel enormously fortunate to have been there when my father took his last breath and now to have seen my brand new granddaughter take her first.
Already this new life is changing those around her. My daughter is now a mother, her husband a father and it’s lovely to see them so thrilled with their daughter. My younger daughter and her husband are relocating and will be living much nearer to their new niece which is really exciting and I’ve taken stock too, thought of all the things I’ve done in my life so far and allowed myself a moment’s pause to say, ‘do you know, this isn’t so bad?’ before rushing towards the next goal. I thought we were a close family before, but this new little person has drawn us even closer in our common desire to keep her safe and give her a future that’s bright and happy. Welcome to the world, baby girl.
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Angela Britnell
I'm dying. Of so envious. Of the experience - that beats fulfilling any 100 things/places/etc/etc bucket list hands down.
Ok. I won't pretend to be strong. I died of envy. Deep, profound. While my chest fills with that lovely pang of witnessing a friend's ultra happy moment.
That baby is too cute and gorgeous for words. You are - from this day on, relegating the mother of the bride title to an eternal second place ;) - the Grandmother of the Year.
Congratulations and since "the village" gathered from minute 1, may it go on in raising that beautiful child. (i'm rambling, I'm repeating but I won't edit this post - deal with it ahahah)
Blessings. Bestowed upon each and all of you.
Yours,
Teresa
Oh, Teresa - I'm not going to make it worse for you, but what an experience! Thank you so much for sharing in our happiness and for your good wishes, Cx
Thank you, Susan! I think the more people who love a baby, the better - so this little one is off to a good start.
Thank you, Sarah - the shape of things to come?? xx
We're over the moon, Georgina - thank you so much xx
Ah, Frances - thank you and yes, I was brimming over with emotion then! xx
Guernsey Girl - It certainly is, isn't it? Just wonderful and you are quite right about the love growing every day. Thank you so much for your good wishes.
Guernsey Girl - It certainly is, isn't it? Just wonderful and you are quite right about the love growing every day. Thank you so much for your good wishes.