Tears after visit

Should add I live 100 miles away so it’s our 1st contact

It’s pretty obvious that Boris sits in the bath every night working out what he can do to infuriate grandparents.

There are only 27.8m households in England so he could easily have phoned each one to find out what they would like him to do for their particular circumstance - he’s such a slacker!

Fancy trying to consider people who have been isolating entirely alone - like the lady I said hello to from across the road. She tried to respond but initially her voice just wouldn’t come out. She obviously shouldn’t be considered either.

Nothing will satisfy the permanently infuriated. It seems to be the only thing that they actually gain pleasure from.

Chill out FHS!

I’m still waiting (can’t say ‘patiently’) as my son-in-law is shielding until at least the end of June.

TL has it ever occurred to you that maybe your teenagers couldn't hug you for your safety? You may be reading their reluctance completely wrongly as we're constantly being told that we more mature people are in the vulnerable category. Anyway who wants a hug that's not spontaneous? Don't read too much into it. I reckon they did a brave and difficult thing there. Some day they may reveal this to you but, in the meanwhile, hang on in there like the rest of us

I am living in my own since my husband passed away in October last year. My son is separated from his wife so has had children quite frequently since lockdown. They are twins aged 7, unfortunately they are still too worried to hug & cuddle. My grandson said I don’t want to make you ill , Nanny.
They have been a bit brainwashed, but am sure they will be ok in time.
Angela.

Today was my first visit to see DD, her OH & DGSs. I have seen my DD on her own once that was allowed, social distancing of course. DD & I made the decision not to meet up in the open air as a family maintaining social distance as we felt this would upset DGSs too much.

DGSs didn't know I was going to visit today, DGS2 who is 3 years old he usually won't cuddle me until I leave just ran to me with a huge grin & a joyous shout of Nan, DGS1, who is 10 & being home schooled realised I was there & came to join us. It was a lovely experience. DGS2 spent a considerable time sitting on my knee & telling me he loves me.

I am a widow & I moved to be closer to my DD 5 years ago however I can't nor want to go to see my elderly DM who is 92 & lives 300 miles away. We all have choices to make.

I can see my 21 year old granddaughter anytime, at a distance, as she lives near to me. I have been pretty stoic about not being able to fly to Australia for the birth of my new grandson, and to see my three year old granddaughter and the rest of the family. It was just something I had to put up with, and I could enjoy seeing them on photos and the occasional computer chat. I could cope with it. No problem.

Then, tonight, I saw the news, and children and grandparents clutching and hugging, and I found myself in tears. I’m a pretty tough cookie, and have weathered many storms without giving way. Seeing those loving reunions has really got to me, though, and I even have tears in my eyes while writing this.
I’m so glad for the families who are reunited, and tomorrow I will be back to my usual self. Today, though, I’m just a sad old granny, desperate for a cuddle.

GreenGran?

Thank you for the flowers Kim xx

Totally lost, my teenage grandchildren rarely hug me at the best of times, so I wouldn’t read anything into it. Or it could be that they have become so used to keeping their distance from others as they know how risky it is, so they are protecting you.

I know when I eventually get to see my older grandchildren, 16 and 19, there will be no hugs. In fact I shall try to avoid being anywhere near my GD who Currently works in a supermarket, So could be likely to carry the virus.
You have to weigh up the risks rather than go with the emotions. Sounds harsh but it is where we are.

Two people from the UK have tested positive for the virus in New Zealand, got special dispensation to travel. What a shame because NZ was virus free.

gransixty hope you’re Ok.
Saw my son and granddaughter Saturday in the garden, they brought their own flask of tea, daughter-in-law still shielding so couldn’t come, so is my husband , we don’t ‘qualify as living alone TG,but miss them all so much including son and family in Cheshire. A few tears is very acceptable.???

57VRS .So sad hearing about your grandchildren crying after face timing ((hugs)).Thinking of all you grans going through this separation .Mine are in Oz so I’m used to making do with FaceTiming.sending letters, funny emails and little presents.Thank goodness for technology .It feels worse having to go home after a visit about once a year,heart churns days before we re due to fly home,so I can relate to this feeling.No saying good bye at officious airports either, it’s too horrendous .Say goodbye and cuddles at their home,then taxi. Too much to cope with otherwise.
YourDGC and DS/DD s are keeping safe you ll be back together again.
An idea re your Mum 57VRS .I arrange a family face time with my elderly Mum who is deaf,wears a hearing aid but still could nt hear us when we tried.We used ear phones in the end they can be sanitised and kept only for your Mum.Success!Mum has a decent conversation hearing clearly as well as seeing everyone on the screen . Hopefully that is an option for your Mum .My partners brother who has dementia is in a care home and we arrange a weekly face time which works quite well too .
Hope this helps .