Sweet Moments

     I wish I'd had the camera ready earlier this week when 3-year-old David was down on his knees trying with all his might to help Grandpa put on his shoes and socks.  The little guy was not deterred, even when we stepped in to assist.  He stayed right there, putting his little head behind Grandpa's leg to see if the shoe was going on, or trying to help tug up a sock.

     A week or so ago, as 7-year-old Frankie passed our bedroom, he noticed Grandpa trying to put on his slippers.  I could hear Frankie trying to coach Bob to "just push your foot in" several times.  Then, at last, Frankie came to find me in the kitchen and asked me to go help Bob get his other slipper on because he just "wasn't getting it."

     Tonight, when 5-year-old Hope wanted to give Grandpa a hug goodbye, she seemed to realize that he wasn't understanding her intention since he kept wiping off the kitchen counter. She gently took the dish towel and glass from his hands, and then held out her arms so he would sweep her up into his--as he always does.

     These sweet gestures from our grand children are moments we treasure.