[Michael G.]

My wife and I have one adopted son with our daughter-in-law living close by here in Florida. Our son and wife treat my wife and I wonderful in so many ways to mention.
The four of us travel a lot, play cards, and spent a lot of time together.

Wife and I where never blessed with grandchildren and wondered about people here in Florida that just pulled up stakes and left their sons, daughters and young grandchildren some were miles out of state.

Do you feel a void part of your life by missing them dearly and being part of their lives?
Do you wish you lived closer to enjoy them besides a occasional phone call or visit?

From Happy Parents

Cheers!

[Garywt]

I am not sure I will ever be 100% down here. Grandchildren is one reason as one lives with us so can’t sell the house. We also camp most of the summer in New England. Our 3 kids will camp as well as everyone has a trailer.

[Stu from NYC]

Originally Posted by Michael G.

My wife and I have one adopted son with our daughter-in-law living close by here in Florida. Our son and wife treat my wife and I wonderful in so many ways to mention.
The four of us travel a lot, play cards, and spent a lot of time together.

Wife and I where never blessed with grandchildren and wondered about people here in Florida that just pulled up stakes and left their sons, daughters and young grandchildren some were miles out of state.

Do you feel a void part of your life by missing them dearly and being part of their lives?
Do you wish you lived closer to enjoy them besides a occasional phone call or visit?

From Happy Parents

Cheers!

yes

[NotGolfer]

Our kids were living LIFE and had to make time for us before we moved here. They lived a distance away and we had to share them with their inlaws for some of the holidays. For instance---this T.G. and Christmas they go to the other side----then "maybe" the next year it would be our turn. They work during the week so---well you can figure that out. We have two grown grandchildren, no littles---they were teens when we moved here so had grown into jobs, friends, activities that took up their time. When we'd visit they "might" breeze in between events to greet us then would be on their way. We figured we can visit when the weather turns nice up there (NOT going in winter). Covid hit and there was A LOT of rules. We had no trouble coming down here so are thankful we made the decision. IF our kids decided on a "LIFE-change" as we have---they'd go ahead and do it without wondering about "what will mom and dad think?"

[Michael G.]

Originally Posted by NotGolfer

We have two grown grandchildren, no littles---they were teens when we moved here so had grown into jobs, friends, activities that took up their time. When we'd visit they "might" breeze in between events to greet us then would be on their way.

Yes it's a changing world out there for close family relationships.

My neighbor 8 yr.'s grandson was going to visit them when school was out.
He call for days and told his grandpa how he couldn't wait to visit for a week in Florida.

The day finally came, grandparents went to Orlando airport to pick him up.
Two days later he just sat stayed at his cell phone, was bored and homesick.

[rustyp]

Originally Posted by Michael G.

My wife and I have one adopted son with our daughter-in-law living close by here in Florida. Our son and wife treat my wife and I wonderful in so many ways to mention.
The four of us travel a lot, play cards, and spent a lot of time together.

Wife and I where never blessed with grandchildren and wondered about people here in Florida that just pulled up stakes and left their sons, daughters and young grandchildren some were miles out of state.

Do you feel a void part of your life by missing them dearly and being part of their lives?
Do you wish you lived closer to enjoy them besides a occasional phone call or visit?

From Happy Parents

Cheers!

Mr happy parent - why would you ask this question if you're happy ?

[Madelaine Amee]

Originally Posted by NotGolfer

Our kids were living LIFE and had to make time for us before we moved here. They lived a distance away and we had to share them with their inlaws for some of the holidays. For instance---this T.G. and Christmas they go to the other side----then "maybe" the next year it would be our turn. They work during the week so---well you can figure that out. We have two grown grandchildren, no littles---they were teens when we moved here so had grown into jobs, friends, activities that took up their time. When we'd visit they "might" breeze in between events to greet us then would be on their way. We figured we can visit when the weather turns nice up there (NOT going in winter). Covid hit and there was A LOT of rules. We had no trouble coming down here so are thankful we made the decision. IF our kids decided on a "LIFE-change" as we have---they'd go ahead and do it without wondering about "what will mom and dad think?"

This is an excellent explanation for many.

[Michael G.]

Originally Posted by rustyp

Mr happy parent - why would you ask this question if you're happy ?

Y-e-a-h Maybe, just maybe to find out how other parents and Grandparents feel

This is one dam stupid question.

[RVJim]

I think you will find all manner of relationships between grandparents/parents here in TV. My children/grandchildren all live very close to we are in constant contact and see them often. Other parents/grandparents have less close relationships with their offspring and only see them once a year or once every few years. I also now of at least one grandparent in TV that has children and grandchildren but for whatever reason has no contact with them.

It think you will find a full spectrum of connection for parents and children. Everything from they live close and we see them every day to not on speaking terms.

[dewilson58]

Originally Posted by rustyp

Mr happy parent - why would you ask this question if you're happy ?

Mr. Rust, got'a agree with you.
Why ask a bunch of strangers on a social media board.
We know why.

[Bogie Shooter]

Originally Posted by Michael G.

Y-e-a-h Maybe, just maybe to find out how other parents and Grandparents feel

This is one dam stupid question.

Little crusty there……..

[Michael G.]

Originally Posted by Bogie Shooter

Little crusty there……..

Like the question

[rustyp]

Originally Posted by dewilson58

Mr. Rust, got'a agree with you.
Why ask a punch of strangers on a social media board.
We know why.

Off the top of my head could it possibly be flaunting or trolling ?

[dewilson58]

Originally Posted by Bogie Shooter

Little crusty there……..

Crusty & defensive.

Got called on the carpet for what it is.

[me4vt]

Originally Posted by Michael G.

My wife and I have one adopted son with our daughter-in-law living close by here in Florida. Our son and wife treat my wife and I wonderful in so many ways to mention.
The four of us travel a lot, play cards, and spent a lot of time together.

Wife and I where never blessed with grandchildren and wondered about people here in Florida that just pulled up stakes and left their sons, daughters and young grandchildren some were miles out of state.

Do you feel a void part of your life by missing them dearly and being part of their lives?
Do you wish you lived closer to enjoy them besides a occasional phone call or visit?

From Happy Parents

Cheers!

This isn’t Ann Landers!!