While we were down there, we went to visit my Grandpa at the nursing home. We haven't had the chance to introduce Brianna to Papa, so this seemed like a good opportunity - that is, if we could make it down the hallway of the home without being stopped by too many loving old ladies who just adore babies. Saturday night, we arrived, unpacked in the hotel, then went out to dinner with two of my Aunts. It was getting close to Brianna's bedtime but we thought there was enough time to make the short trip over to Papa's place and briefly visit with him before Brianna heading back to the hotel.
As we walked in the home and through the hallways there was one room of 5 or 6 old ladies watching TV. I smiled politely, holding Brianna, thinking we would just carry on down the hall. Not so! These women were persistent and waved us in the room. There was no way we were passing them by without a meet and greet. One women took her out of my arms and started showing her off to the other ladies. It was very cute and my cheeks hurt from smiling so much, but I was glad to help make their day! Once we navigated out of their hangout, we made it to Papa's door at the end of the hall.
I know Papa loves his grand-kids, but you could see his face light up as he interacted with Brianna and how proud he was as he rattled off the number of great grand-kids he has. He is just too cute... and feisty! We were able to spend more time with him on Sunday morning. That is when Brianna realized he had velcro shoes on and she knew what to do with velcro! Thanks for spending time with us Papa. We are so glad we finally were able to see you, it had been too long!
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Thanks for sharing the pics Em! Looks like you had a good time with Papa. Wish we could have joined you.
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