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32. All four of my grandchildren call me Opa.

Tue Jun 23, 2026, 12:46 AM

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My grandfather used to love visits from us, but especially when our young girls were along. He was beaming when we went over to the USA to celebrate his 100th birthday. His great-grandchildren were the joy of his existence. I only wish my parents could have met theirs.

And beware the metamorphosis! My mom used to marvel at how our daughters transformed from “blobs” into some very feminine humans. It happens quicker than you think could ever be possible—for the grandparents, that is. For the parents, the transformation can’t come soon enough. We almost demanded that the day the last diaper was used in our house should be declared a world-wide holiday.

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I got the best Father's Day present yesterday.... [View all] OAITW r.2.0 Monday OP

Congratulations!!! chowder66 Monday #1

Ya can't! Keep us posted with pictures and all the good news! Deuxcents Monday #2

Gotta wait 'til Christmas! OAITW r.2.0 Monday #7

Well..ok. I wish a better world for your grandbaby to live a healthy and happy life 🌺 Deuxcents Monday #10

I have the same hopes for her, too! OAITW r.2.0 Monday #15

Congratulations 👏🎉 MustLoveBeagles Monday #3

Congrats! 1st look at your new Grand & the word will forever be redefined! SheltieLover Monday #4

It's kind of life changing. Or maybe, the start of the next chapter. OAITW r.2.0 Monday #6

Yes! SheltieLover Tuesday #42

Congratulations! LoisB Monday #5

Congratulations, NeverOAITW! Kid Berwyn Monday #8

Had to share with my looooong term friends here on DU. OAITW r.2.0 Monday #13

Congrats!Thru your son or your daughter? irisblue Monday #9

My son....37, the DIL is 34. Totally grounded and ready for the coming reality. OAITW r.2.0 Monday #11

Yeah, you can't beat that. GoodRaisin Monday #12

We live for these moments. OAITW r.2.0 Monday #14

They are moments that keep on giving. GoodRaisin Monday #18

Congrats! Solly Mack Monday #16

Congrats Grand-Pa. magicarpet Monday #17

Best news EVER!!! FakeNoose Monday #19

2027 will be different, for sure, OAITW r.2.0 Monday #22

congrats!!!! FHRRK1 Monday #20

Congrats I have little one coming in Dec too Tree Lady Monday #21

You got this 73YO guy beat by a lot of years! OAITW r.2.0 Monday #23

So excited for you nothing like holding Tree Lady Monday #24

That will be a special moment. OAITW r.2.0 Monday #25

How wonderful! summer_in_TX Monday #26

Fantastic!!!!! calimary Monday #27

I've been ready for 10 years. OAITW r.2.0 Tuesday #29

You absolutely cannot beat that. Way to go "Pops"! George McGovern Tuesday #28

I'm wondering what I'll be refereed as. OAITW r.2.0 Tuesday #30

Well, I like being Grampa. Although you and I could not possibly be THAT old! George McGovern Tuesday #31

All four of my grandchildren call me Opa. DFW Tuesday #32

I remember freaking out about diapers when my wife got pregnant with our 1st.. OAITW r.2.0 Tuesday #33

Oh, yes! DFW Tuesday #34

I was amazed at how much poop a 2 YO could produce, OAITW r.2.0 Tuesday #36

Recommended! H2O Man Tuesday #35

When they start communicating.... OAITW r.2.0 Tuesday #38

Very cool DiverDave Tuesday #37

THAT IS A GREAT PRESENT, CONGRATS DAD! JMCKUSICK Tuesday #39

that's great! congrats. nt orleans Tuesday #40

Congratulations! So happy for you all! HeartsCanHope Tuesday #41

Congratulations, Grandpa! MIButterfly Tuesday #43

Congratulations! TomSlick Tuesday #44

that's my plan. OAITW r.2.0 Tuesday #45