Enjoying Grandchildren

Just before Christmas, my granddaughter, Catherine, came back to live in Kenilworth with the Kenilworth Originals. Feeling for me in my bereavement, she boldly declared, “I’ll come every Friday and cook your tea,” upon which declaration she has made good. Almost every Friday evening, when she or I are not off gallivanting somewhere, she arrives straight from work, laden with all kinds of goodies with which to cook my tea.

Last night it was a lovely chickpea curry. I thoroughly enjoyed it and, of course, enjoyed Catherine’s company, too! How fantastic that my beautiful granddaughter should be such good (and willing) company. We nattered our heads off!! Great times.

This evening, I had a babysitting evening scheduled at the Kenilworth Originals. Harriet is off on a yoga retreat with her sister, and Paul and Lily were taking in a Kings of Leon concert in Birmingham. With Catherine going to bed before Freddie, as she’s up at an ungodly hour for work tomorrow, I was all set.

Mid-afternoon, Paul phoned. “Would you be up for Freddie to sleep over at yours instead?” Well, of course! I don’t mind at all. “He’s keen to sleep in the cupboard……” Well, I had to laugh. Honestly, that ‘Harry Potter cupboard’ is seeing it all!

Not only have I been enjoying the grandchildren over the last couple of days, but on Friday, I also enjoyed the company of my cousin, Janet. She came over for lunch and we had a really lovely time chatting, settled in our armchairs in the garden – in the sunshine – before she went off to play ping-pong with the U3A in the afternoon.

Janet had the privilege of meeting Thomas and Oliver, too, as Michael had called in with some bits and pieces ready for tomorrow. Thomas will be four on Monday and he’s having a birthday party. “Grandma,” he said to me, “We’re coming to your house for my party!” Hehe. Danielle looked worried. “Is that alright?” she asked. Of course it’s alright. What an absolute privilege that my grandson wants his party here. Wish us luck!