Son #1 is here with his brood, so the grandparents elected to sleep in the driveway in the campervan, thus leaving the parents to be in the house with offspring. Good move that; we reckoned it was more peaceful outside. Lovely to have them here to stay for a couple of days though. Reminds me of the days when I was at home looking after four noisy sons. And of course the inevitable question is How on earth did I manage? Seems to me that this is partly why I enjoy my peaceful life now.
Come to think of it, life is not really all that quiet. Retirement was meant to give time to do all sorts of things, and somehow the days just disappear. This is another one gone.
What a thoughtful post. I loved it because I could envision the scene. Have a wonderful visit with your son and family. They are lucky to have you in their lives.
What I want to know is … how did you get rid of them in the first place?!
Thanks Lydia, as you will see from today’s post their music is still going round in my head. And for Ruth – the only answer is patience, and to understand that for many a year they seem to come and go. And it this is all the more so when there are four. But then I am sure you wouldn’t be without them!
No, you’re right of course. I just remember fondly that period when it was just me and silence and a tidy kitchen!
Ah hah! I read the musical post, followed the link, and giggled at my computer. What a cute plaything, and a very cheery website! I haven’t heard about that toy and wonder if it is in the USA. I never had children, but the neighborhood children fill the void. Around here, Webkinz are all the rage and we purchased Webkinz pets for five of our little neighbor girls.
Did a google for Webkinz and see that they are on their way to conquer the UK. What an amazing thing technology is.