Children’s children are the crown of old men,
And the glory of children is their father. Proverbs 17:6

We are fully into the grand-parenting years…and loving it.

Our adopted eldest son has a seven year old son, and we have four more grandsons, down to two grandsons born in January.

We are blessed, indeed.

I grew up in a military home, and family was few and far between. I always longed for a big family. I have picked up friends that are as close as family, but I still want a close big family of my own.

The three kids I brought into our blended family, and the bonus son we added as well, have brought us these five blessings…and one to come in September!

My wish for a big family is coming true!

My daughter in law’s family has become a part of our big family, and we celebrate holidays together.

I heard all the sappy things people said about grandchildren, and I would nod and smile. It seemed a distant thing.

Time moves quicker when you hit middle age. Suddenly we went from no grandsons to one…then five!

Our eldest is now talking about wanting kids someday – my heart leaps with joy, because kids are a blessing, and a joyful journey I want them to experience. For many years he talked of never having kids…I’m so glad he’s changed his mind.

This Nana is grateful everyday for her grandsons. I wish my 4 grandsons with military dads lived closer, but we try and visit as much as we can.

We look forward to the day all these little boys are running around together, growing up together, in this big family the Lord has brought together.

We are cherishing every moment!