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Chosen to be a Grandpa!
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Chosen to be a Grandpa! |
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Larry C
since 2001-09-10
Posts 10286United States 
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Chosen to be a Grandpa! By Larry Chadwick My wife has been a Grandma for some time Though that was her day and not really mine She was so excited and especially proud I couldn’t stop her from shouting out loud And so Grandma it was and Larry for me Assuming that was how it always would be Longing for the time that we could play Finally, they chose to come our way The eldest was such a precious doll He and Larry really did have a ball So when it was time to say good bye Both he and Larry heaved a big sigh Then one day Kyle finally saw the light Larrys Gramdmas’ husband, am I right? Then I don’t think it is against the law I would like to call him my Grandpa So it was a phone call he placed right away Eager to speak the word that he had to say He asked Grandma if he could talk to me With eager anticipation it was about to be “Hey Grandpa! How are you doin’?” After that he certainly had me cooin’, I don’t think I heard the rest he had to say, ‘Cause, I actually became a Grandpa today. It was Kyle's decision this year at the age of five. Sin isn't fair, but God got even, grace isn't fair either. larry c [This message has been edited by Larry C (edited 11-15-2001).] |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
Well aren't you struttin! That's great Larry, and I can see you beaming all the way across the Rockies and Canada too. Congratulations Grandpa! Can I call you Gramps too? [This message has been edited by Midnitesun (edited 11-15-2001).] |
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Larry C
since 2001-09-10
Posts 10286United States |
Midnitesun, You can call me anything! But I do like Gramps!  Now about them Rolling Stones...[This message has been edited by Larry C (edited 11-15-2001).] |
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rwood Member Elite
since 2000-02-29
Posts 3793Tennessee |
Awww...you are in there Gramps!!! A perfect day for a perfect name..and a really caring person. I'm so happy for you!  Sincerely, Regina |
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Larry C
since 2001-09-10
Posts 10286United States |
Regina, Who cares about getting old! It beats the alternatives. Thanks for that. |
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Duncan Member Ascendant
since 2001-08-07
Posts 5455 |
Good for you, Gramps but I think I'll stick with Larry the thought of you as relative just way, way, way too scary! |
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Interloper
since 2000-11-06
Posts 8369Deep in the heart |
Good on ya Grampa |
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Larry C
since 2001-09-10
Posts 10286United States |
Duncan, That's what I like about you...your common sense! Thanks, it's better that way. Interloper, Hey, thanks for noticing. |
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Startime Member Ascendant
since 2000-10-03
Posts 5918Canada |
*giggling with delight* isn't life just wonderful. Have a ball, gramps. I love this poem. It is delightful. Love I leave with you whether it is in your life now or yet the essense of your dreams. |
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peaches73533 Senior Member
since 2001-11-04
Posts 981OK, USA |
Congratulations,what a day for you.I'm sure you will fill his life with happiness as he will fill yours also. Peaches |
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Balladeer
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA |
Larry, it's one of the greatest titles we can get...wear it with pride! |
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Larry C
since 2001-09-10
Posts 10286United States |
Karen, Thanks! I waited patiently for five years. He lives in Michigan and finally came to visit. Won him over in one trip. Was I ever excited. Peaches, Hey, welcome to Passions. So glad you stopped in for a read. You are so right, what a delight. Michael, I'm poppin' buttons all over the place. Thanks. So true, so true! |
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catalinamoon
since 2000-06-03
Posts 9543The Shores of Alone |
Oh this is so very sweet. I'm happy for you. That means a lot, when a little one loves you so much. Sandra |
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Kit McCallum
Administrator
Member Laureate
since 2000-04-30
Posts 14774Ontario, Canada |
Oh Larry ... this was such a wonderful story, and wrapped in cadence and rhyme ... just delightful! Anyone can be called Grampa from the start ... but it takes a special man to "earn" that honour, so YOU my friend, are a special man indeed to Kyle! Best wishes, /Kit |
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ParisGrl Senior Member
since 2000-06-01
Posts 610 |
Larry, Congratulations! I am so happy for you! Take Care, Laura |
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Martie
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
Larry...I just loved this! Since I just had my first grandaughter, I have been pondering what she will call me. I think I too, will leave it up to her. I know how much this pleased your heart to hear those words. Hugs! |
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Larry C
since 2001-09-10
Posts 10286United States |
Sandra, Yup it means a bunch! Thanks. Kit, Thank you, thank you. He is a special little guy. What fun! Laura, Thank you so much. Glad you stopped by. Martie, Well, being a step-grandson I didn't think I had a right to be pushy. But what an honor. And congratulations! |
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Tracey Member Elite
since 2001-08-29
Posts 2808where insanity meets breeding |
Ah, so this is where the grandpa reference came from. Glad I didn't miss it. I had a step-grandfather (lived to 96), and for 30some years, I was glad to call him my granddad. He was the best. I've no doubt Kyle will love you every bit as much as I did my grandad. If she who dies with the most toys wins, then can I have some toy boys please? |
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Larry C
since 2001-09-10
Posts 10286United States |
Tracey, I wondered if you'd find this. Thanks. You're the best! How lucky to have a grandpa that long. I sure miss mine. But that's another poem. |
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Denise
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-08-22
Posts 22648 |
This is so precious, Larry! I have tears in my eyes! |
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Larry C
since 2001-09-10
Posts 10286United States |
Denise, Thanks Grandma! It was a really high day! Sin isn't fair, but God got even, grace isn't fair either. larry c |
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Greeneyes 
since 2000-09-09
Posts 9903In Your Poetic Mind |
CONGRATS, and many more days such as this...how blessed you are.... Lauren~ |
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Larry C
since 2001-09-10
Posts 10286United States |
Greeneyes, If you only knew...Thanks! Sin isn't fair, but God got even, grace isn't fair either. larry c |
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