Janice Canerdy Poet Quatrain

Notes About The Poem

 

I wrote this poem three years ago. My role(s) in their lives have changed somewhat

since then. In some ways, I'm even more involved in their lives now than I was then.

 

Reading the poem reminds me of how fast time is flying--how fast they're growing

up! Being their grandma still makes me happy--always will!

 

Being a Grandparent Makes Me Happy

Though I can't give a full account
		of all the Lord has given me,
		I can say that my list begins
		with life, His love, and family.

		I have a daughter, son-in-law,
		two grandkids, and fulfilling days.
		While parents work, I'm with the kids,
		a girl and boy I love to praise.

		I claim this opportunity
		to show them honor with an ode.
		I'm gratetul to be "Mimi" now.
		No sweeter name could be bestowed.

		A pleasing parallel exists
		in this relationship we share.
		Their need for guidance every day
		fulfills my need to love and care.

		I'm proud to be their referee,
		their teacher, cook, mentor, and friend,
		a monitor of TV shows,
		the one who says when play must end.

		Though sometimes they get on my nerves,
		they keep me sane and active too.
		I thank the Lord for them each day.
		Without those kids, what would I do?



March 20, 2017

placed 9th 
in Jamie Pann's Feelings Contest, judged April 8, 2017

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Janis Medders Tobechi April 8, 2017 at 11:02 AM I understand and give thanks with you for mine also. Although they are 17 and 20, the joy and dedication is still strong. I'm glad to have this in common with someone on the soup Congrats on a fine poem. Janice Canerdy April 8, 2017 at 11:17 AM Thanks so much, Janis! Janice

Richard Lamoureux July 24, 2016 at 8:03 PM No grand kids yet but glad to hear it leads to happiness. Congrats on your win. Janice Canerdy July 24, 2016 at 10:17 PM Thanks so much, Richard. Janice

Royal Ninja July 24, 2016 at 5:59 PM Thank you Janice.

Poet Destroyer A April 27, 2016 at 11:47 PM Janice, CONGRATULATIONS on your awesome Happiness Of Life win... Luv LINDA Janice Canerdy July 24, 2016 at 10:33 PM Linda, thank you so much! Janice

Andrea Dietrich April 19, 2016 at 4:08 PM you are a better grandparent than I am. Thankfully I have my job and my daughter does not need a sitter. I am happy just to be the one they go to a few times a month to have a GREAT night over. You are super awesome grandma!!! Janice Canerdy April 19, 2016 at 6:31 PM Thank you so much, Andrea. Janice

Eve Roper April 18, 2016 at 9:32 PM Janice, congratulations on your win! Janice Canerdy April 19, 2016 at 9:57 AM Thanks so much, Eve! Janice

Dr. Upma A. Sharma April 17, 2016 at 11:13 PM Congrats on superb win with this exquisite write Janice.. Janice Canerdy April 18, 2016 at 11:18 AM Thanks so much, Upma! Janice

Connie Marcum Wong April 17, 2016 at 5:18 PM Janice, I wrote about grandchildren too. They are such a joy and keep us young. My g.daughter wants to play ball in the house which I changed to cotton ball. I take the wad of cotton from my supplements bottles and we throw them at each other. That way she can't hurt my eyes by hitting me in the face. She delights in our game and never tires of it. I loved your sweet poem. Congratulations on your win! #7 ;) Janice Canerdy April 17, 2016 at 7:54 PM Connie, thank you for this delightful comment! Janice

Sandra Haight April 17, 2016 at 3:38 PM Yes, Janice, being a grandmother is indeed a special happiness in life. You have expressed well! Congratulations on your placement in the contest. Hugs, Sandra Janice Canerdy April 17, 2016 at 7:55 PM Thank you so much, Sandra! Janice

Nayda Ivette Negron Flores April 17, 2016 at 8:20 AM Congratulations Janice on the placement of the contest Janice Canerdy April 17, 2016 at 7:56 PM Thank you, Nayda. janice

Nette Onclaud April 15, 2016 at 12:21 AM i've seen friends and family members enjoying their grandchildren... and this splendid write captures that kind of joy, janice..huggs Janice Canerdy April 15, 2016 at 8:03 AM Thanks so much, Nette! Janice

Jan Allison April 14, 2016 at 4:44 PM I hope and pray I am still around to be a grandmother - it must be such a wonderful experience... and of course you can hand the grandkids back to the parents at the end of their stay :-) hugs Jan xx Janice Canerdy April 14, 2016 at 4:47 PM That's right. Thanks for your comment, Jan. Janice