Grandma and Grandpa | 2010

The problem with living in a far off place (overseas) is that you tend to be away from the whole family. This is the reason why I made it a point to bring my own family with me whenever and wherever I am. We continue to keep our relationships close, or as close as we can to as many family members as we can. This is especially true for Jakjak who left for a new home when he was but 3 years old. No one misses him more than his grandparents. So what did they do? Well, they decided to visit.


Jakjak was very happy when Mamu and Papu arrived. Surprisingly, he warmed up to them immediately this time. In the words of Mum, he had matured. Quite quickly actually. He just turned five! As much as we love him and want to be with him, we know he needs a balance in his relationships. So we sneaked out while he was having fun with his grandparents. Okay, so maybe we had other plans at the back of our minds, but hey, children need to be in touch with their grandparents. It's like a right of passage. I did it when I was a kid. 

We spent as many days as we had to go out. Bring them to sights, bring them to have good eats, bring them to where Jakjak goes. Jakjak has actually been a good tour guide and a good host. He entertains, he sings, he dances and he shows that he likes them being there. In fact, I believe that the last two weeks with them has been good for everybody. Jakjak has enjoyed the stories of Mamu and Papu. Mamu and Papu have enjoyed Jakjak's infectious happiness. Mum and Dad have enjoyed a few moments on our own as well.

Those were good times. Short but sweet. As it turns out, growing up does have it's perks. For both children and adults. But I think most especially, it was grandma and grandpa who enjoyed it the most.