Comments on: Bonding with her old man

By: Grace

Grace — Sun, 22 May 2011 12:51:51 +0000

You win the bet, Stacey!

By: Lorie Shewbridge

Lorie Shewbridge — Fri, 23 Oct 2009 17:54:51 +0000

Such a lovely post, Grace… Thank you for sharing such personal messages, and I am sure it is not only because you rarely visit that he feels comfortable to speak with you – you have such a beautiful, big heart, and I am sure he knows that. He can see it in Pristine and that is why he is able to bond with her and with you.
I am glad that your MIL is getting the help she needs for her depression, as one who suffers from chronic depression, it can be a lifelong struggle, and you can miss out on a lot of things. You truly need to get medical help, happiness with family cannot “cure” depression.
I love the patch on Pristine’s head – she is so funny, they really do feel good on your head, I use them when I have migraines.
Thanks, again for a beautiful (as usual) post. Can’t wait to see more of Japan…. and I really hope granddad comes to see you in Japan, I am sure it will do wonders for his relationship with your hubby!
.-= Lorie Shewbridge´s last blog ..Outnumbered 3 to 1: Birthday Bash – PearlParadise.com Review & Giveaway =-.

By: Cindy B. in Montana...now in Oklahoma

Cindy B. in Montana...now in Oklahoma — Wed, 21 Oct 2009 01:25:04 +0000

I really enjoyed seeing the photos of Pristine and her grandpa. I had a wonderful and special relationship with my grandparents and now I have that same relationship with my grandson It’s so hard as parents to remember that time is precious and the kids are grown and gone before you know it. As grandparents we seem to understand that better.
.-= Cindy B. in Montana…now in Oklahoma´s last blog ..Win Helmar Adhesives at Tracy Weinzapfel Studios =-.

By: Desert Songbird

Desert Songbird — Tue, 20 Oct 2009 16:23:06 +0000

My husband grew up in a family where not much affection was shown. My FIL told me a few years ago that he wished he could have changed that with his own children. My kids are very affectionate, and they hug and kiss their grandparents a lot. My FIL eats it all up.
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By: mannequin

mannequin — Tue, 20 Oct 2009 14:22:29 +0000

One of life’s hardest lessons ; creating the balance between work and fun. Enjoying your child now, right here and now. It’s wonderful for Pristine that FIL has learned the lesson, she can benefit from the past.
It’s amazing how the picture of them hugging clearly shows his love for her. He’s not just hugging her; he’s embracing her. What a beautiful lesson and story , thank you Grace. You certainly know how to tell a story.
.-= mannequin´s last blog ..Remember When #4 =-.

By: Grad School Mommy

Grad School Mommy — Tue, 20 Oct 2009 14:01:51 +0000

Those have been my favorite photos of your trip yet! The countryside is so beautiful… but even that doesn’t compare to your daughter with her beloved grandfather. Isn’t it amazing how those bonds don’t need much tending? There’s just some type of innate connection… love it. Maybe you can ask someone to give your mother-in-law a few copies of these priceless memories…

By: Kirsten P.

Kirsten P. — Tue, 20 Oct 2009 09:29:26 +0000

Hopefully things will get better for your MIL….. “Great Post”

By: Nina

Nina — Tue, 20 Oct 2009 08:36:00 +0000

I’m so touched with this blog. It’s not too late to revisit and build a relationship. I hope a chance for your FIL and hubby will come soon… I love happy endings!

Your blog definitely made me realize (I’m sure others agree) of a bond in my life that’s neglected.

By: rose

rose — Tue, 20 Oct 2009 07:48:58 +0000

lovely photos. pristine is a really sweet kid. i’m thinking she cried when you left grandpa and sure, grandpa was feeling empty to be left all alone again after having a real good time with you guys. it’s so sad that you weren’t able to see MIL. she missed a lot. maybe if she hadn’t gone to the hospital she’d feel ok just by being with all of you (with p especially). medicines doesn’t always help. happiness might have helped.

and yeah, i hope that parents would realize that being a good provider does not equate to being a good parent. if you mess with being a parent for being busy with being a provider, you might not be able to undo things. it can have a very negative effect on the children and sure, the parent is gonna be filled with regrets. we couldn’t turn back time. i guess this needs conscious commitment to some.

hey, have you packed a kilo of japanese rice? i miss that! hehehe… and of course, how can i forget… the foods look so yum yum. hungry here.
.-= rose´s last blog ..we’re looking for a baby name =-.

By: janil

janil — Tue, 20 Oct 2009 07:19:02 +0000

I think I missed something… you know my English isn’t so good… Is someone ill???? The images with Pristine and his granny are lovely and so sweet! And the image with food…mmmmmmmmmmm I’m hungry!Iwant sushi!!!!!
hugs and kisses!!!
.-= janil´s last blog ..Noah and Lilah GUEST GIVEAWAY!!!! =-.