August 3, 2014
10:11 p.m.

I was just thinking that it is always so much more fun around here when I have my grandchildren. They add some life to this house! I got to have them for a few days last month, and I really didn't want them to go home!

It's always a treat for me, spending time with these little people. Although they are being raised by the same couple and in the same house, they are such distinctly different people, different from their parents and from each other. Individuality is such a wonderful thing. It amazes me to think that some societies put stock in conformity. How boring that would be!

My grandson is already a gamer. My son introduced him to video games when he was about three years old, and he took to it like a duck to water. He's now eight and is really getting a hold on his frustration levels. Being unable to master things when he was younger led to some melt-downs, but when it became clear to him that a melt-down would lead to losing his gaming time, he's learned to control himself.

My granddaughter is an avid reader, enjoying books that are well beyond what her reading level would be measured at, and for that I am so grateful. Reading is a fundamental part of life, as far as I am concerned, and it makes me so happy to see a child with a book in her hands.

They've both become enamored with Animae lately, so we enjoyed some programs while they were here. Cosplay my become a thing around here. Suddenly I wish I could sew! (Not really!!)

We spent some time at the pool while they were here, and I do wish it was warmer so I could join them. Cold water plays havoc with my arthritis.

Anyway, I'm hoping I can have them for a few more days before summer ends and they're back in school. Hint, hint, daughter of mine!
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