Nanna's Visit

"Nanna!" was the first thing Bennett said as I got into the car when he and Michael picked me me up at the airport. He had a big smile for me and at the same time I could tell he was feeling a bit shy but I may have overwhelmed with my eagerness since I was soooo glad to see him.

Once we got to his house, he totally lost the bit of shyness he had in the car. One of the first things he asked when we got to his house was, "Where's Papa"? I couldn't believe that he remembered on his own. He hadn't seen Papa since Christmas. He seemed satisfied when we told him Papa couldn't come.

"Nanna," he said from across the room and as soon as I looked he had a great big smile for me. He proceeded to show me his toys and with each one he called "Nanna" as he brought it to me. He was clearly happy to have Nanna visit and I was clearly happy to be there.

By the time Lambie, Froggie, and Monkey had "kissed" me, my hair was a mess but I didn't care. I had so much fun playing with Bennett.

I also loved watching Bennett and daddy swimming in the backyard. They took turns splashing each other and throwing balls in and out of the water.  When I wasn't playing with Bennett or watching him play, I was holding Jasper.  I loved when he smiled at me and tried to talk to me.

Jasper has the same easygoing personality that Bennett has. He is mesmerized when he catches a glimpse of Bennett. It won't be long until Bennett will be a major source of entertainment for Jasper. It was so sweet to see Bennett's gentleness when he touched or kissed Jasper.

Bennett often informed me of one rule or another. "Not throw ball in house" or "Not disobey". I loved hearing him say "yes sir" and "Otay" when given instructions by his mom or dad.

As I've said before, grandsons are one of the great blessings of life.