Yes I know this is a useless question, but my grandaughter is coming to visit for a couple of days.I'm so excited cos I haven't seen her for nearly a year as she doesn't live close to me.
I know we will have a great time, but when she has to return home I know I will be tearful.
That's why I'd like you to leave me a message to make me smile again. Thanks folks, you're all stars! x
2007-06-09 20:36:05 · 31 answers · asked by ? 5 in Society & Culture ➔ Cultures & Groups ➔ Senior Citizens
Sylvia honey, I am sure you had a marvelous time visiting. You could do no less than that....it is just not in your nature.
I am sure you two get together as often as is possible (both physically and emotionally). But you need not wait quite so long to SEE each other again....
Webcameras are not at all expensive these days. Gift the pair of you with one for yourself, and one for her, and learn the use of the software needed to keep in touch whenever, together. That way you will only ever be a mouseclick away. And wouldn't it be wonderful to wake up to a surprise video mail every once in awhile....it would feel like she is close enough to touch every time you view it. And I am sure she feels just the same way, because we all know our Syl is worth the effort.
Take care, honey. And remember...there is nothing wrong with crying happy tears. Each one is a little drop of love escaped because your heart is too full to contain them.
2007-06-10 00:20:29 · answer #1 · answered by Susie Q 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Well Sylvia, its probably been hectic for the past few days while your granddaughter was there. You didn't say how old your granddaughter is but mine is 16 months and its always hectic when my little one comes around. Do you have memories of those times? The remote grabbing, paper tearing, follow you into the bathroom, stepping over toys, arms outstretched to be picked up, giggling and smiling times? They grow so fast!
But now its time to grab your favorite beverage, soak in a warm tub and plan your next visit! Once you've had some time to relax, why not write her a letter about the wonderful time you had. Old fashion I know, but letters, both sending them and receiving them, still have a magic all their own and they are lasting. Writing takes a bit longer to do than what our more modern world has to offer, but it will give you time to relive some of the fun you just had while it is still fresh in your mind. You may even go and pick up some trinket that reminds you of her or maybe create a scrapbook page that represents the time you just spent together (this could even become a tradition that you do each time she visits) and send it with the letter. Imagine the fun you will have doing it and the smile she will have receiving it!
Sometimes the best way to fill an empty space is by doing something that ties you and her together to the special time you had. It is also a good way to help feel like she is not so far away.
2007-06-10 22:16:15 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
You sound like a doting gramma, so I am sure you will be taking videos of this most special time. You can relive the visit any time you want, just watch the video. Plus when she is older she will have this cherished memory to watch too.
Am wondering how old she is. Have a wonderful visit, and there is nothing wrong with a tearful good-bye. Your grandaughter will feel the love you have for her.
2007-06-09 21:13:22 · answer #3 · answered by ginger 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Instead of pining for her, start to plan her next visit. She obviously loves you a lot and will love you even more if you make the parting stress free. Give her plenty of spoiling (in a nice way) while she is with you and dont let the thought of the end of the visit overshadow everything. Live for the day!
2007-06-11 00:12:54 · answer #4 · answered by trish 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Just savor every minute of the time you have with her. Make the most of it. Spend TIME with her. She'll remember that for the rest of her life!! I lost my only grandparent when I was 8...both my grandfathers died long before I was born and my paternal grandmother didn't even care about her kids, let alone her grandkids. So, she'll defintely treasure these visits!
2007-06-09 20:46:39 · answer #5 · answered by First Lady 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
nah not really, cos ive got to go to the garden centre to buy a pointing trowel, and if i sat here writing messages (one fingered by the way) then the shop might be closed, and i'd have to wait till tomorrow. So i hope you're not offended if i cant leave a message but im sorry..............bye gotta go.
2007-06-10 01:53:15 · answer #6 · answered by mick m 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Sylvia: That is why grandkids are great, they come and make you smile and laugh, then go. Don't be sad when she leaves, look forward to the next visit!
2007-06-11 02:16:11 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
"I'm sorry. The number you have reached has been disconnected or is no longer in service. If you feel you have reached this message in error, please hang up & try your call again, or call an operator for assistance." This is the only message that I could think of that MIGHT bring a smile to your face!
2007-06-10 08:30:27 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
Why would you be tearful on her leaving after visiting?
I know, I should know, but then again, maybe I don't; I think if you think about why you would be tearful, then maybe that can start you on the path of not ending up being tearful, or you could still be tearful, but now you got that resolved.
(Does the above make sense? ...not to me! :o)
2007-06-11 03:29:45 · answer #9 · answered by autumnleaves 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Have a good time with her and create lots of fond memories from it. Its these memories that will remain behind when she leaves to go back home, so make lots of them, and take lots of pictures.
Have a great and happy time, Ma'am!
2007-06-10 01:16:46 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋