Still not met granddaughter

Today 14:18 Lucca

Tillybelle, with respect why is this on a thread about far away families ?

I was wondering the same.

I know it's not the same, but our little granddaughter has a lovely relationship with her grandpa, who she doesn't see often, through facetime. She knows him instantly and they have lovely, 'nonsense' chats. Babies today are born into the tech world and seem, I don't know how, to be able to make close bonds this way. Still hard for you, but not so long ago such miracles of science did not exist to keep us in touch. I hope and pray you get those hugs soon. Perhaps you could write letters telling your GC all about yourself and your life and how much you love them, and save them for when they're older. I agree with another comment to keep yourself busy and active and keep up your own interests. xx

I know exactly how you feel . My son and family live in Florida and we haven’t seen them for over nine months. We FaceTime a lot and we have a lovely relationship with our 4 year old granddaughter and 2 year old grandson.
We just have to stay strong which is easier said than done , I know

Oops, Tillybelle, you seem to have posted on the wrong thread.

This one is about how families are coping with being apart at the moment.

Perhaps GNHQ will move it for you or you could delete it and repost it on the appropriate thread.

I think it is really sad when you can't get to see your family, and I feel for all of you in that position.
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It won't stop you missing your own loved ones, but it may help give you a sense of purpose and know your helping someone. A lot of young mums are very lonely especially if they don't have close family.

I really feel for you as nothing can replace physical contact, but to be positive, we are so so lucky to have any means of contact and at least you can see your family. I was born in the war and my dad didn’t see me until I was 2! Try and think of positives and keep safe x

786wales

Please count your blessings... I have 3 GC who live 4 miles from me and my DIL didnt once get the little ones to video call me during lockdown. My son bought them over twice for 2 minutes whilst he collected letters that came to my house for him. I'm sitting alone and wish you well. I'd love to be able to get photos and videos..... please know how blessed you are.

Don’t just blame your DIL. Your son could have done video chats!