Our youngest grandchild, and only girl, Rachel, turns 6 today. The time has flown quickly. We interrupted our retirement and moved back to Wisconsin from Florida for 2 years so that I could help out and take care of Rachel while our daughter was going to nursing school. Those two years were precious and I was six years younger. I don't know if I could do it again. Little Kippy, to the left, is 14 1/2 and has gone through all four grandchildren, helping to raise them by sneaking cookies out of their hands, jumping in the shower with a grandson because a thunderstorm frightened her, etc.
So, Rachel, a very Happy Birthday to you. I hope your day is very special. Love you, Grandma Susie.
Joy! Rachel is beautiful!! I'm very much looking forward to being a grandmother -- some day. Such a sweet puppy story.
ReplyDeleteWe are not enjoying another heat wave in these parts. Thank goodness for AC!!
Best,
Bonnie
Gosh, don't children grow up quickly? Diane
ReplyDeleteGreat post. Rachel is a lovely and Kippy is adorable.
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday to Rachel and yes tome does fly.
Rita
She's so adorable Susan! Is that Kippy in the photo??? Love the crown.
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I moved near my daughter to take care of her babies when they were born and now we have a bond that will last forever. They are in grade school now. Time flies.
ReplyDeleteI just spent a week with my 4 year old Rachel and I agree about the need for stamina. Don't think I could handle two years these days. Hope you are enjoying the Mountain air. I want to see another fire in the fireplace.
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday to Rachel! The time you spent with her was priceless.
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday to Rachel! She and sweet Kippy look adorable in this photo!
ReplyDeleteI do hope Rachael had a wonderful day. I like you more each passing day, Susan. You are quite a gal. Enjoy that cool Montana air, its beauty and the solitude that surrounds you. Blessings...Mary
ReplyDeleteWhat a sweet blessing to have that opportunity to love on her when she was but a wee babe!
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