They say the best part of being a grandparent is giving the kids back when you're done. Christine and I get to test that theory out this week. Dianna, Christine's little sister is coming to Ellensburg this week.
For those of you not familiar with Christine's family, allow me to explain - Christine has a little sister who is 16 years her junior. So, Christine in a lot of ways has played mom for Dianna for a few years.
This week, the main difference is location. Dianna is leaving Hillsboro and her real parents to spend some time in our world.
I'm quite excited, and mildly nervous. I don't know anything about raising a child. Worse than that, Dianna being raised around four adult figures (sometimes more) is like the Godzilla of kids with Only Child Syndrome. When things don't go her way and you don't do what she wants, watch out! She is generally very sweet, however, and is a lot of fun. So while there are nerves for the downside, there is positive emotion for the good.
Dianna can be loads and loads of fun, and I'm excited to spend this week playing daddy.
I'm sure you'll do great. Be careful not to love it too much or you'll decide to have your own Diana's running around.
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