Grandparents Are For Spoiling

Since my parents live near enough, we try to make time for the kids to go over and hang out with them every week. I have very fond memories of my grandfather and I hope that my kids will get to have a relationship as special as mine had with me.

It often happens when we go to visit that my kids will try to sweet talk their way into something they want, whether its a trip to their favorite restaurant or just a bag of junk food. I wait for my mom or dad to scold but not a word do I hear. I was waiting for them to at least gently reprimand the kids for shameless wheedling but if anything, my parents give in and go beyond.

I sat down with my mom and dad and talked with them about it. How can I tell my kids to behave if they will turn around and say it is okay. My mom points out, parents you are the disciplinarians. We the grandparents are the indulgers. Different roles to play in the lives of our loved ones.

We did come to a clear agreement though of where the limit of the treats lies and that is definitely a necessity or the kids would be spoiled rotten.

I have to admit though that it is wonderful that they care to be so generous. Not all grandparents are.