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32. All four of my grandchildren call me Opa.

Tue Jun 23, 2026, 12:46 AM

Jun 23

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 Jun 22 OP

Congratulations!!! chowder66 Jun 22 #1

Ya can't! Keep us posted with pictures and all the good news! Deuxcents Jun 22 #2

Gotta wait 'til Christmas! OAITW r.2.0 Jun 22 #7

Well..ok. I wish a better world for your grandbaby to live a healthy and happy life 🌺 Deuxcents Jun 22 #10

I have the same hopes for her, too! OAITW r.2.0 Jun 22 #15

Congratulations 👏🎉 MustLoveBeagles Jun 22 #3

Congrats! 1st look at your new Grand & the word will forever be redefined! SheltieLover Jun 22 #4

It's kind of life changing. Or maybe, the start of the next chapter. OAITW r.2.0 Jun 22 #6

Yes! SheltieLover Jun 23 #42

Congratulations! LoisB Jun 22 #5

Congratulations, NeverOAITW! Kid Berwyn Jun 22 #8

Had to share with my looooong term friends here on DU. OAITW r.2.0 Jun 22 #13

Congrats!Thru your son or your daughter? irisblue Jun 22 #9

My son....37, the DIL is 34. Totally grounded and ready for the coming reality. OAITW r.2.0 Jun 22 #11

Yeah, you can't beat that. GoodRaisin Jun 22 #12

We live for these moments. OAITW r.2.0 Jun 22 #14

They are moments that keep on giving. GoodRaisin Jun 22 #18

Congrats! Solly Mack Jun 22 #16

Congrats Grand-Pa. magicarpet Jun 22 #17

Best news EVER!!! FakeNoose Jun 22 #19

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

congrats!!!! FHRRK1 Jun 22 #20

Congrats I have little one coming in Dec too Tree Lady Jun 22 #21

You got this 73YO guy beat by a lot of years! OAITW r.2.0 Jun 22 #23

So excited for you nothing like holding Tree Lady Jun 22 #24

That will be a special moment. OAITW r.2.0 Jun 22 #25

How wonderful! summer_in_TX Jun 22 #26

Fantastic!!!!! calimary Jun 22 #27

I've been ready for 10 years. OAITW r.2.0 Jun 23 #29

You absolutely cannot beat that. Way to go "Pops"! George McGovern Jun 23 #28

I'm wondering what I'll be refereed as. OAITW r.2.0 Jun 23 #30

Well, I like being Grampa. Although you and I could not possibly be THAT old! George McGovern Jun 23 #31

All four of my grandchildren call me Opa. DFW Jun 23 #32

I remember freaking out about diapers when my wife got pregnant with our 1st.. OAITW r.2.0 Jun 23 #33

Oh, yes! DFW Jun 23 #34

I was amazed at how much poop a 2 YO could produce, OAITW r.2.0 Jun 23 #36

Recommended! H2O Man Jun 23 #35

When they start communicating.... OAITW r.2.0 Jun 23 #38

Very cool DiverDave Jun 23 #37

THAT IS A GREAT PRESENT, CONGRATS DAD! JMCKUSICK Jun 23 #39

that's great! congrats. nt orleans Jun 23 #40

Congratulations! So happy for you all! HeartsCanHope Jun 23 #41

Congratulations, Grandpa! MIButterfly Jun 23 #43

Congratulations! TomSlick Jun 23 #44

that's my plan. OAITW r.2.0 Jun 23 #45