How many Grandads do we have?

A SOH is the most important thing, pompa. Where would we be without it?
Sometimes we feel 'fearful'. I know that I do, pompa. At times like that, I cannot pretend to be cheery. Then something will happen that makes things less 'fearful', and then that's me again - ok till the next time! I have to add, though, that it's mainly family issues that put me in this 'fearful state'! Part of being a parent, isn't it!

That's so true, green! I thought it was just me....how silly . That 'fearful state' is so familiar to me - thanks for sharing that!
And you're right - it can knock you off course without any warning.

I feel better now, Anagram, that you've said you feel the same sometimes! I've had conversations with 2 friends (who don't know each other) today. Each one said she felt the same at times, and always about family.

Hey, Pompa. Is there a map to find the shed?
I found it once, then lost the thread!

I;ve got this pesky PD you see,
and it affects my memory.

It helps me put things into rhyme,
Must go now - I'm out of time!

I'll see you all another day.
(That;s if I can find the way!)

gramps You're the champs!

Thank you soop for your kind retort,
You must be someone's treasure,
I hope that person knows the love,
That we can never measure!

Ugh, how trite
I think you might
Have tried a little better
To praise a gal
Who all can tell
Is a great go getter!

xx

Poor gramps!

Twice before, moments ago, I worded a reply,
But both have vanished into cyberspace
Before my very eye!
My Lady Jen, A stout defender you,
Apologies to you and soop,
And now I'll say goodbye!
I'm leaving you for food you see,
With a twinkle in my eye!
lol

I rather like 'my lady Jen' it has ascertain 'je ne sais quoi?'

Hi Gramps, here are the directions to our shed :-

http://www.gransnet.com/forums/grandads_shed

Not so sure about the 'stout' bit, though, jeni!

It's true! So why not?

Not very gentlemanly, that's all.

No bother! any way I think he meant doughty?

Of course he did! Hearts of oak and all that...
(Was only joking about the ungentlemanliness, Gramps!)

I thought stout"as being strong / sturdy,
not in width or girth,
but as a person full of valour.
Grounded, down to earth!
Now doughty is a word that seldom have I heard,
But it sounds ok to me, so,
Therefore, let it be!

Many thanks kind Pompa,
Now I have the key.
I'll procure a jam and creamy cake,
We'll share it with our tea!

Hello, I know this thread is a bit old but I thought I'd add my name if anyone is still interested.

Only joined the site today after hearing about it on Radio 4 last night - it was described as a 'social networking site for older people'.

I don't know if I'm what is expected from a grandad - usless at diy, don't own a shed, don't play golf....

But happy to talk about books, music, films, sport (not golf) and any issues of the day. And just being a grandad (with a 5 year old grandaughter who I don't see nearly enough of).

Welcome glennd another granddad, more the merrier. You don't have to restrict yourself to male topics, all input is good.

Welcome glendd, hope you find plenty to interest, amuse and entertain you on here. I recommend the 'this made me laugh' thread under 'chat'. Happy Gransnetting!

Welcome glennd

Do watch out for nellie though

Oh and poor donald he had a very Nast accident!