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Conversations With My Grand Son

My grand son did not have school on Friday and he wanted to come for a visit with grandma.  My daughter went to his parent-teacher conference on Thursday.  He is doing very well in third grade.  He has rather amazing math skills.  He wanted to tell me all about it.  He said, "And there was some not so good stuff in there, too."

"Behavior stuff, like not paying attention sometimes and being a bit silly?" I asked.

"Yeah."

"Well, you are getting your work done and it's good work too so don't worry too much."

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After my friend picked on me for doing a cleanse, I asked at dinner time, "So, do you think I am crazy for eating this cleanse food?"

He made a thoughtful face. "Yes, actually I think a cleanse is crazy...But I'm a kid!  You're a grown-up.  I say go for it!"

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On the way back to his home, he commented, "Grandma, you have your seatbelt on.  That's good.  Do you always wear your seat belt in the car?"

"Yes."

"I do too. but some adults don't.  I am glad you are safe."

Maybe he was worried about saying the cleanse was crazy because then he said,
"I really love you.  I am glad you do things that are so healthy."

I would have given him such a big hug just then, but I was driving so it was not safe to do so.  But that guy just warms my heart.


Comments

  1. TomOctober 20, 2015 at 10:29 AM

    He's a boy, so he'll have the occasional "behavior problem." That's not a sexist comment; it comes from my favorite children's librarian. So, not to worry. Btw, how cute is that photo!

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  2. SextantOctober 20, 2015 at 11:13 AM

    Your grandson is one cool little dude.

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  3. Linda ReederOctober 21, 2015 at 12:42 AM

    What a sweet post!

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  4. AnonymousOctober 21, 2015 at 12:37 PM

    Yeah, that kid warms my heart. What will he be like in 10 years?

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  5. Arkansas PattiOctober 21, 2015 at 4:36 PM

    What a neat and really mature youngster. Love that he wants you to be safe and healthy. He wants you around for a long time.

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  6. BarbOctober 21, 2015 at 7:06 PM

    Well, I got tears in my eyes reading your grandson's words. I like what you told him about school too. Perfection is overrated.

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  7. Linda MyersOctober 22, 2015 at 1:06 AM

    Love those conversations!

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  8. Granny AnnieOctober 22, 2015 at 6:49 AM

    You have really touched my heart with this one. Our grandchildren can say the warmest things to us that fill us with joy.

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  9. Country GirlOctober 22, 2015 at 7:23 AM

    He's a keeper!

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  10. SakuOctober 22, 2015 at 10:52 PM

    Awww what a sweet young man! You (and his parents) must be so proud.

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  11. Sally WesselyOctober 23, 2015 at 8:19 PM

    He warms my heart too! Truly, he is a priceless gift. I'm so glad you have each other and that you are building a great communication with him. You are a gift to him too.

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  12. Jenn JilksOctober 28, 2015 at 9:11 PM

    That's so sweet! My hubby did a cleanse. It wasn't fun.

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  13. KayOctober 30, 2015 at 11:10 AM

    Oh my gracious! Your grandson is such a sweetie! I can just imagine what a fabulous grown up man he will be. There is hope for the future.

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