A really good friend of mine became a grandmother again this weekend. Her daughter gave birth to her first daughter. The Circle of Life moves forward.
She sent me pictures and I can tell you, the Little Princess is beautiful. Already you can see family resemblances - Grandma's nose and cheeks are there!
To me, the birth of a baby is God's message telling us the world must go on. It is up to us, obviously, to figure out how to do it. Peacefully.
I know I saw joy and happiness on my friend's face. I can only imagine the look of exhaustion on her daughter's. But I would bet that today, one day later, the pain of the labor she experienced is already becoming a dim memory. It will be replaced by the sense of elation.
The miracle of birth is the one we share with other species on this planet. But only we truly can understand the meaning, the beauty of helping to give life to another being. And as a man, I can only imagine the true joy a new Mom is feeling. I am sure it is much more than even I can think it is.
So – Congratulations, Grandma! Enjoy your bundle of joy always as you are today. Spoil her as you do your grandsons. You are allowed.
To the new - again Mom (and Dad), treasure your little girl. Teach her all there is to know to enjoy a happy life.
And remember, start saving now, because in 20 years or so from now, I see a big wedding to which I am invited. I am sure it will be a fun time for all.
And that Circle of Life begins anew. God Bless all of you!
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