Just got up, well maybe 10 minutes ago. The sun been up way before me. Murphy asthma been acting up. Also the pine pollan is in full force. So we been staying inside. Not a happy camper.
Later on I want to talk to Sawyer. He want us or one of us to come down to Oregon to watch the kids. He and wife got divorce. One of the issue they had, was him working. I don't know all the details, and don't want to know all the details. But quite a few times he had to leave work, and come home. Sawyer doesn't bad mouth his ex, he mention a few things here and there. He has said the company he works for is pretty laid back, and other places wouldn't tolerate someone having to leave..
I need to remind him Grandma and or Grandpa, don't have the energy, And there is a difference between parenting and grandparenting. But the ideal spending some time with my grand children excites me.
But we need some type of boundaries on before I go down. Plus I'm looking forward going to Oregon possible.
Maybe this afternoon I will get chance to mow the lawn. But I need to do a few things at home before we take off to the senior center. Like go though some sheets, we have to much bedding mostly sheets, and they could be donated to the thrift store. And I need to re talk to the eye doctor. I know I have cataracts and I need them see where there at. Not sure the reason why but some the Optician send people down to Coeur d' Alene for eye surgery. And I rather go to the one in Sandpoint. It closer and he does a good job.
Coffee is on.
We did a lot of minding of the grandkids when they were younger. I an so glad that we did although some days were not the best.
ReplyDeleteo boy....but someone has to bring bread home, right?
ReplyDeleteYes, boundries would be a very good idea!
ReplyDeleteI'm sorry about your son's divorce. That's hard on everyone. Watching the grandkids will be nice, but it can be so tiring.
ReplyDelete...I'm sorry to hear the family problem.
ReplyDeleteJust make sure your love for your grandchildren is not taken advantage of. You are a grandparent not a parent giving primary care.
ReplyDeleteI am so sorry about your son's divorce.
ReplyDeleteThe sun wakes up way before I do most days
ReplyDeleteSad news here. But... My Brother asked me if he should get divorced, his second daughter was but days old and I said no. He´s not happy. I shouldn´t have said anything.
ReplyDeleteMaybe "rip it off" and start new is better?
Yes, boundaries are needed. He needs you now but he must realize this can't be a regular thing. Divorce with children is not easy. I don't have grandchildren.
ReplyDeleteSorry about your son's divorce
ReplyDeleteSo sorry to read about Sawyer's problems ... I do think it advisable to set boundaries ...
ReplyDeleteTake care of yourself and Murphy.
All the best Jan
Oh yeah the grand kids can wear you out. But being with them is so much fun.
ReplyDeleteI hope you get the cataract surgery soon. Watching grandkids is fun, but not when you are needed all day every day, that is a parent job. It helps if the kids are older and can do things for themselves but little ones are exhausting. I hope some sort of compromise can be reached for that.
ReplyDeleteOlder grandparents get tireder faster than younger parents. Young children will understand that :)
ReplyDeleteI’m sorry your sons Marriage has ended. It’s always sad. I’m sure he won’t expect full on baby sitting. The transition time is always hard especially for the children. Enjoy the time you spend with the grandkids
ReplyDeleteIt’s so tempting to say 'yes' immediately when grandkids are involved, but setting those boundaries early is the smartest thing you can do for everyone. I hope the trip to Oregon works out—a change of scenery sounds lovely, even if the reason behind it is a bit heavy. Hang in there.
ReplyDeleteSorry to hear that, it's always tough on the kids when the parents break up.
ReplyDeleteExcellent point about there being a difference between parenting and grandparenting. And certainly the energy level is a factor as well. Good luck!
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