So, last Friday Lynne and I crossed that Rubicon of life into grandparenthood. While we join many of our friends we still have many who are not in this elite category.
Of course, the dreaded question is: Do you feel old? I will answer that question, by saying, I feel proud and complete. We've now raised two children. They are both happily married. Both bought homes on the cusp of the housing implosion and now one has brought a new daughter into the world. Officially, Claire Elizabeth was born Friday in St. Louis, MO. Daughter of Tyson and Jana.
It is one of those significant reminders that life moves on and tomorrow will be different from today and nothing stays the same. If I can speak for my better half, Lynne is downright giddy over the newest addition to the family. We feel blessed and are thankful that all has gone well and Claire is looking and acting like a vigorous young lady ready to take on the world. She's alert, eating, sleeping, doing all the right things.
To Claire, we say, We are so happy you've decided to join our family. We can be somewhat wacky at times, but we are a loving, caring, loyal bunch of folks, somewhat like the Herrmanns, but still different. You are very cute and we really like the name your parents chose for you. You make an excellent addition to the family tree. We love you and can't wait to come visit you in your new home.
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