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I’m not an expert on anything. The older I get, the more I realize how little I do know. The things that are important in life sometimes get overshadowed by everyday living. Over the past few years, I’ve tried with some success, to give time to the things that are important in my life. (My family and quality time, when it’s available). It is a frustrating process, as obligations and requirements are still there. Especially the ones that help put food on the table, otherwise called jobs/careers/ the salt mine etc…
Recently, I changed positions and now work for a small university. The job I left was very important to me, as it allowed me to work with young fathers in an advising/role model setting. It was both fun and frustrating. My new position in some ways allows me more time to spend at home with my 7 year old daughter. The things I gave up to do this are insignificant in the broad sense. I will have some time in the summer to take her swimming, or any other activity that strikes our fancy. I look forward to this summer. I can be her best friend and also practice what I’ve been preaching to the fathers in my group.
On another note, my second oldest daughter will be giving birth to her first child very soon. She has the patience of a “saint”. I could speak at length at how well suited I think she is for raising children, along with her professional role as a Physical Therapist. The fact that she is having a child is a wonderful event. This is something very special for me, as I try not to stick my nose where it doesn’t belong with any of my grown children, but because of her personality, I find a joy that is hard to communicate. I’m sure most grandparents, if not all, have a joy that radiates and is difficult to describe to others. “Glowing in the dark” is one way to put it, without using lots of words. I think you might be able to understand what I’m saying with that point of reference.
Because of the distance involved between our homes, and the timing of an out of state trip, I won’t be able to see my 3rd grandchild until a few weeks after she is born. It will be like waiting for Santa Claus to come, hoping to stay awake to catch a glimpse of him. It will be worth the wait.
Mark Cavis
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