Not wanting to pick up 10 month old granddaughter

They should respect how you are. It's not as if you ignored the baby. As you say you interacted in your own way.

I completely relate to you. I have no interest in picking up other people's children. The maternal bond is just not there. I dont understand the logic. I am happy to see them bond with their mother and help when I can but i dont crave a "baby fix" like other grans. Different brain chemistry, I suppose.

Just to say, you have named your GD, not always wise if someone who knows your family could potentially read it.

I never had any interest in babies or dogs.I found looking after the grandchildren very stressful and was always worried something would happen to them Thank goodness the one time he had an accident other grandad was on call and took charge.

I wouldn’t worry too much. On Mumsnet you see mums complaining about relatives playing “ pass the parcel” with their babies.

Well I wouldn't beat yourself up about it. Some people just don't like the baby stage but grow to enjoy them as the get a little older.
I find babies absolutely yummy...so we're all different. Maybe be honest and explain how you feel. Keep the contact going and you will probably find a way for the bonding to grow.