On Being a Grandmother

In the comments of the last post, Rosemary asked me to "tell us what it's like to be a grandma. "

My first thought was, "I have no idea--yet!"

I can tell you what it's like to see your grandchild for the first time and to fall in love with him at first sight.  I can tell you what it's like to see your son so full of pride and delight at seeing his son.  I can tell you what it's like to see your daughter-in-law radiate ineffable joy and unmistakable motherliness after her long day of bringing him into the world.  I can tell you what it is like to praise God and rejoice with thanksgiving and gratitude.

I can tell you what it's like to lie down to sleep with an image of a little face indelibly imprinted on your mind and to remember the feel of having a babe in arms again after all these years.  

 Oh, I've experienced so many wonderful emotions, accompanied by tears of joy and pride, but what it's like to be a grandma?  I think I will spend the rest of my life learning about that. 

Becoming a grandmother is effortless.  But BEING a grandmother will be the greatest joy of all.

 

Comments

[ellen b]

Beautifully expressed Kim!

[rosemary]

Oh, the heart of a loving grandma. Sweet, sweet words.

[Karen {simply a musing blog}]

Oh, Kim! I'm so excited for you! :) What a precious sight, your new grandbaby is...and that was beautifully said.

[lawyerchik1]

What a wonderful time for you and your family!! Congratulations!!

[Islandsparrow]

Aw...

He's a sweetie!

[Lisa writes...]

Love the bath pic! Actually, I love all the pics...

I'm not a grandma, but I think your description is no doubt an apt one. Enjoy your little guy!

[Elle]

Oh my goodness! Part of me just melted into a big puddle wanting to hold that bundle of God's promise. Give him an extra cuddle from this blog friend, and tell him how the Body of Christ has prayed for him as well. Enjoy, friend.