I just told dh he was a bloody old misery 😡

Have a happy time with your grandchildren Witzend. I think you are more than capable of taking care of them. It will be a memorable and magical experience for the children. I remember being taken to John Lewis Christmas shop, probably 1953/54.

3 nights and 4 days! 😲
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If you hand them each a crisp banknote for a reasonable amount (at the last minute so that it doesn't get lost or spent before they even reach the relevant department) to spend on a Christmas decoration, they will only be able to choose a reasonable amount of the tat that GOM (Grumpy Old Man) so fears. Tell him he will be there to make sure they don't go over the top, so there is no chance they will shame his taste. Then while they are choosing, stay well back and watch as he caves in and approves the gaudiest baubles they can find.

Lovetopaint037

If grumpy grandad goes with you that would be a help. You know your grch so do it if you are strong enough. Lovely idea.

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Yes, make sure grumpy grandad goes too and let him choose a tree decoration for himself.
A miniature bottle of whisky, perhaps?

I like to choose one new one a year!
This year, I can't face JL so I'll get the DGC to go with Mums, Dads or Aunties and choose one each.

I should have added, its a lovely idea. I've done it in the past with two grandsons. Their little faces are a joy.

I couldn’t do four days but would love to see their excitement at the Christmas shop. Children love tat and every year they remember where and when it was bought.

If grumpy grandad goes with you that would be a help. You know your grch so do it if you are strong enough. Lovely idea.

It is a lovely idea, howeevr I agree with Jane, unless you are super fit. You need eyes in the back of your head, especially getting them on and off buses if they are unused to it.
One at time, but not three!

Have a lovely time!

JaneJudge

The thought of taking 4 small children to a shopping centre fills me with dread tbare you mad? 😉

It’s only 3! Took the 2 elder for the same last year and they were fine - even usually human-hurricane Gds.
One thing they love about any trip to town is going on the bus - preferably front seats upstairs - they so rarely go on buses at home.

A great idea I'd do the same. Take no notice of him, the GC will have a great time.

Have a great time with your grandchildren, Witzend. A tree decoration is a lovely idea. 🌲⭐️

Oh dear, my husband would probably say the same lol.
Good luck, I wouldn't have the energy.

The thought of taking 4 small children to a shopping centre fills me with dread tbare you mad? 😉