Grandsons

Today is my grandson Zaiden's 6 month birthday.  I am astounded what a difference 6 months can make! He has grown from a tiny fragile infant into a gurgling, smiling, flirty baby boy.  He lights up my life 2 to 3 days a week when I get to watch him while his Mommy works.  He has given me downtime.  I no longer schedule much for Tues/Wednesdays, because they are Zaiden days and I am free to say no to other things. Having 3 grandsons has been life altering for me.  My little Alex loves to call his Nana on the phone & his smile will light up even the dreariest of days for me.  In him I see the hope of the future, the reward for a life of sacrifice & the unlimited possibilites I cannot even dream of.  I miss that he doesn't live as close to me, but he makes my heart sing for joy when I think of him. And the days I do see him are extra precious. My Justin at 3 is smart & happy & always full of plans. He lives close by, but I don't see him as much, which breaks my heart in two.  He loves to visit his Dramaw tho, when he is allowed. I never new joy & heartbreak could go so hand in hand until now.
In May, I will welcome yet another grandson.  I get excited wondering what this one will be like. I want so much to be a part of his life as well.  Truly grandchildren are the heritage of the Lord.  I am so blessed to have the four best blessings of my life.  I give thanks to God & to my daughters for sharing their impressionable little boys with me.  They are the light of my life.