So much for writing a weekly blog! Funny how memories fade. 24 and 21 years ago when my kids were newborns, I remembered it as a time when they were always happy and slept a lot, so I had time to do all kinds of things. Babysitting my newborn granddaughter is bringing back more realistic memories of being behind on everything. In planning this adventure, I didn't want to be bored while my happy, easy-to-care-for Paisley was sleeping, so I brought my sewing machine, sewing projects, and writing things. 29 days later, my sewing machine is still in it's carrier. I did wash some fabric though. As far as writing, well you can see how prolific I am - two blogs in 29 days. It's ok because Paisley and I have become very close. Between the crying and screaming (Paisley's, not mine), I get smiles and laughs. Paisley and I are walking every day. Kirsten and Ray are able to come home after work and school and get their work done. I wouldn't trade this experience for anythin
WHY THIS LABOR DAY IS SPECIAL This Labor Day is special to me because I switched from a job with good pay and benefits to a job with no pay, but amazing benefits. I became a temporary babysitter to my granddaughter Paisley. This job change happened because my daughter Kirsten is starting her last year of college, my Marine son-in-law Ray is getting deployed, and they have a 5-month-old baby girl Paisley. If you are a praying person, please pray for all of us! THE DECISION This decision wasn’t easy. There were many things to consider. How will my husband and I handle being apart for 8-½ months? When will I get to see my son who is in college, formerly an hour-and-a- half away but now 12 hours away? Will I be able to handle the challenges of helping raise a newborn after a 20-year break? How many times will I need to be reminded that I am the grandma, not the mom, my daughter is in charge, and I am the helper? How will we manage financially now that I’m not working for pay? We dec