“Baby School starts on October 16,” I texted. The question was understandable. “What’s Baby School?” my friend inquired.
If I had to call it something else, I think it would be Caregiving 106 because it will be unique from any other type of caregiving I have experienced. As I think ahead to the coming week, questions keep coming. Will my granddaughter have a difficult time adjusting to time away from her mom? Will the schedule work? Will I be able to meet new people in the apartment complex? Will our van hold up over the winter months?
Despite the questions, I feel confident about my preparation. The nursery is filled with diapers, wipes,books, and a host of other baby equipment. Surprisingly, the state of Indiana actually has educational standards for infants! Printing them off and placing them in a binder gave me this strange sense of satisfaction. Finding books related to grandparents was an extra boost!
Amidst my preparation, I caught myself filled with a sense of excitement. This is really going to happen! Thanks be to God for providing an opportunity to care for a precious little one! The journey continues…….. I stay tuned to see how God will lead.
A Journey Worth Remembering 