Out of State Possibilities

The anticipation was just about to make me bust as I drove the 420 miles, from SC to VA to meet my new grandson for the first time.  Owen Alan was born on Thursday, Aug. 26 in Norfolk, VA. My son and his wife are just so happy with their new little addition/bundle of joy.  I tried to help them when I could and give them a bit of a break while I was there. So when 3am or 4am came and Owen didn't want to sleep, my son brought out Owen for Grammy to take care of him. That is what I was there for, to help them out. They will learn to sleep when he sleeps and to let him cry at times when need be.  It is all about learning. Whether it be about babies, being married, Economics, Statistics or Math, life is all about learning.

Of course I brought up again about his college plans, going to school, getting his degree in something. I mentioned Granite State College, online learning classes, distance learning universities and the advantages about having a degree.  I even mentioned what a good example it is for Owen that daddy went to college.  I think he got the message, time will tell but I won't let up on this one.  I am so sold on going back to school, no matter where you are in life.  He will decide when the time is right and I know they have a lot on their plate being newly weds and brand new parents. 

It was a good trip. I love my new grandson and can't wait to see him again. I was trilled to spend some more time with my new daughter-in-law and she will be a great mom. She will learn as she goes, just like we all do. There will be many adventures for them in the next few weeks, new lessons learned and new processes developed. They will learn all the different cries Owen has and what they mean. It is all good and our family has just grown a little bit with Owen in it. Welcome Owen into our family, into our lives.