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49jim

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1. I was 59 when our first grandchild

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Thu Dec 5, 2024, 04:46 PM

Dec 5

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was born. I wondered at the time if I’d be around to see milestones she would meet.
I’m 75 and she turned 16 earlier this year and also has a driver’s permit.
My wife of 51 years passed away in 2022. Sometimes it’s difficult to experience these accomplishments without her.
So I made it this far. Next one on the horizon is high school graduation and starting college.

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My oldest grandchild got their temp. permit today [View all] Marthe48 Dec 5 OP

I was 59 when our first grandchild 49jim Dec 5 #1

I'm the only grandparent left on both sides Marthe48 Dec 5 #2