Grandparents Beacons or Fading Lights

Worries old folk have are not all about dying. George Lazarou is in his late sixties. Originating from the other side of the world; adopting a new culture and relinquishing his home was never going to be easy. After decades of endurance respite, time to collect thoughts and savour. 'Dad, you're going to be a Papou!' (grandfather) The prospect of becoming a grandfather is exciting-for some and daunting for others. Has anyone ever asked their own parents what grandparenting involved? How will you deal with this new experience? This [read more...]