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Originally Posted by kyralud
I completely agree with Two Bills… I totally would rather hear about and see pictures of grandchildren than discuss medical ailments, politics, poor golf cart drivers, barking dogs, bad neighbors and other issues that seem to occupy some Villagers time.
The future is in these children and they need all the love and support from family and strangers that they can get. If you don’t want to hear about children , walk away. I feel sad that this is a complaint you have. Grandparents should be an integral part of a child’s life if at all possible. Everyone benefits. Plus grandparents that are part of their grandchildren’s lives live a happier and longer life.
Show me all the pictures of your sweet grandkids you want. I’d love to hear about them!
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While that may all be true, it doesn't paint the complete picture. All members of the family are important within the family. But, not everyone you meet is part of the family. They have families of their own, or not, and may not (big surprise here) be particularly interested in yours.
By all means you should enjoy and participate with your family.
Happy Holidays and a Happy New Year, to you and yours.