Tag Archives: grandchild

A Big Seat to Fill

Posted on December 24, 2017 by russtowne

My newest grandson Raiden exploring his grandpa’s chair. With Love, Russ

Posted in Children, Grandparenting & Grandkids, Uncategorized | Tagged child, grandchild, image, large chair | 2 Comments

During a visit by our son Ben and grandson Thomas this afternoon the four-year old asked My Beloved , “You’re a real teacher, right Mama?” She replied, “Yes, and so were your Mama and Papa Okano before they retired. Do you … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged Family, grandchild, grandparenting, Grandson, humor | 11 Comments

Hot Dates and Grandkids

Posted on March 27, 2014 by russtowne

A friend and I were scheduled to have dinner and watch a movie on Friday. He just sent an email canceling our plans because his grandkids will be in town. Having some grandkids living out of the area myself, I … Continue reading →

Posted in Abundance, Choices, Contentment, Grandparenting & Grandkids, Love, Marriage, Observations, Random Thoughts | Tagged buddies, buddy, Friend, grandchild, Grandchildren, grandparenting, hot dates, Love | 11 Comments

Connection

Posted on October 4, 2013 by russtowne

My oldest grandson Thomas and an orangutan shared a fist bump at the St. Louis Zoo earlier this week. My son Ben snapped the shot during our visit to my twin grandsons and their parents this week. The size of … Continue reading →

Posted in Abundance, Animals, Children, Connection/Connecting, Family, Family "Fun", Humor, Love, Making Memories | Tagged children, Family, grandchild, Grandchildren, grandsons, marriage, orangutans, Relationship, St. Louis Zoo, twins, wife | 18 Comments

“A Tale Of Two Townes”

Posted on January 25, 2013 by russtowne

My wonderful son Brian and delightful DIL Kristi just found out that they are having not one, but TWO, babies! For those keeping score at home, that’s TWICE the number of grandkids that are now on their way! One each … Continue reading →

Posted in Abundance, Children, Grandparenting & Grandkids, Humor, Parenting | Tagged Brian, grandchild, Grandparents, Kristi, Love, tale, Thomas, Townes, twice, twin, twins | 26 Comments

May This Prove to Be True for You

Posted on January 14, 2013 by russtowne

One of my dear daughters-in-law is carrying my second grandchild. She has experienced extreme morning sickness that often lasts all day even with medication. I often think of what she is going through to bring My Beloved’s and my second … Continue reading →

Posted in Challenges, Illness, Love, Parenting, Poetry I Wrote | Tagged daughter-in-law, daughters-in-law, grandchild, Grandparents, happier, Happiness, labor, Love, morning sickness, pregnancy | 11 Comments

Silly, Silly Me

Posted on October 24, 2012 by russtowne

He grabbed my hand and yelled, “Come see! Come see!” And excitedly pointed to our big shade tree. “Yes I see; it’s a tree” I thoughtlessly said. With wise young eyes, he sadly shook his head. “Silly Grandpa, Can’t you … Continue reading →

Posted in Children, Grandparenting & Grandkids, Humor, Imagination, Poetry I Wrote | Tagged balloon, boat, fly, grandchild, grandfather, Grandpa, grandparent, Grandson, outer space, pirate, pirate ship, sky, space, tree | 16 Comments

Grandkids Say The Darnedest Things

Posted on October 23, 2012 by russtowne

A friend shared these with me and I thought you might enjoy them too: 1. She was in the bathroom, putting on her makeup, under the watchful eyes of her young granddaughter, as she’d done many times before. After she … Continue reading →

Posted in Aging, Children, Family "Fun", Grandparenting & Grandkids, Humor | Tagged aging, birthday, Friend, grandchild, granddaughter, Grandkids, Grandma, Grandpa, Grandson, happy, Happy birthday, old | 11 Comments

A Lot Can Be Lost In Transition

Posted on September 18, 2012 by russtowne

“Adults are only kids grown up, anyway.” –Walt Disney I love Walt Disney, and like this saying. But I also believe that for most adults, a lot can be lost when going from being a kid to being an adult. … Continue reading →

Posted in Aging, Grandparenting & Grandkids, LIfe Lessons | Tagged adults, children, grandchild, Grandchildren, grandfather, grandmother, grandparent, grown up, grown ups, Walt Disney | 14 Comments

Yes, I Remember

Posted on June 29, 2012 by russtowne

From Mikey’s Funnies: My five-year-old son squealed with delight when he opened his birthday present from his grandmother. It was a water pistol. He promptly ran to the sink to fill it. “Mom,” I said. “I’m surprised at you. Don’t … Continue reading →