For the benefit of everybody, I should explain that my original Post “Surprise!” (Aug 20, 2016) was pulled as there were possibilities of sensitivities being impacted however, I am told that those possibilities have now been resolved… so the original Post “Surprise!” has been resurrected.
Yesterday’s Post covered Ray’s Gold Medal performance during our day with Alex (my granddaughter) and her boyfriend, later to be joined by Caleigh (see previously mentioned “Surprise!” Post!). If you haven’t made the connection, Caleigh is my “new” granddaughter!
We had a lovely time together and it was a delight to have not one wonderful granddaughter… but two!
Above: Alex(andra) on left – Caleigh on right
She fitted in so well and, although she was no doubt on her best behavior and probably a little tense withΒ meeting us for the first time, it was so easy to welcome her into our family. I had a big smile on my face at one point when Caleigh and Alex were both walking behind me, and I heard them chatting away like long lost friends. It was such a rewarding time, and then with Ray being the perfect dog, what more could I have possibly asked for?
My only hope now is that we made as good an impact on her, as she did with us!
Congrats on the new additions to the family. π
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Thank you Monika. Let’s face it… it’s not every day that one is presented with a hitherto unknown 19 year old granddaughter! π
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Congratulations on discovering a new family member! Enjoy!
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Once the initial surprise wore off, yes it is a time to celebrate and enjoy! π
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Woof! (wags tail) fabulous news!
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Indeed it is! BOL! More nice people to give me treats! Woof! Ray,
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I’m so happy for you and for your “new” granddaughter! Did you discover any similarities?
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It is interesting that they (granddaughters) are both starting psych programs this month, and both are interested in the creative arts aspects of application re counselling. Both “grandparent sides” of Caleigh’s new family include some very creative individuals, and both granddaughters appear to have inherited that! It is fascinating! π
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I’m glad everyone recovered from the shock in such a positive way. From the smiles on everyone’s faces, I’d say everyone enjoyed it. Perhaps Ray is thinking that there are more people to spoil him now.
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You could be very close to the truth. More people = potentially more treats! π
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Congratulations, Colin! How wonderful for you all to meet and start a relationship π
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It is wonderful to know that we can actively be involved in somebody’s quest to be a part of their “lost” family! π
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I’m sure you (and Ray!) made a great impression!
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Well we can only be who we are (no pretense in this family!) π
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Exactly why you would make a great impression!
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Awww, I can see the happy smile on all three faces! I’m glad to hear the meet was wonderful and thumbs up to Ray too π
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Thanks Ameena. It really was a lovely day! π
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That is so great that she hit it off with you all so well!! May this just be the beginning of many more wonderful memories to come! A great picture of you 3, you look like a proud Grandpa π
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Thanks Carolyn. I am very happy to have them both in the family. Never a dull moment around here!!!
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I believe that! π
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A lovely story and so nice you have found each other βΊ
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It is always so nice to read about children who grow up not knowing their family background, and who are eventually able to reunite. It is even nicer when it happens to your own family π
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I’m so glad for you all. Lovely picture.
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Thx Di. Unusual, but wonderful, circumstances. π
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It is, especially when you hear so many stories that don’t end quite so well.
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It maybe a little premature, but I have every confidence that she is going to fit in really well. It will certainly be my intention to do whatever I can to ensure that she is happy with her “new” family. π
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