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- My husband and I feel lucky to have good relationships with our older grandsons. We see them at least once a year. (businessinsider.com)
Local grandparents cherish annual tradition with grandsons.
Louisa and Barry Rogers maintain a close bond with their grandsons, Riley and Colin, despite living over 1,100 miles apart. The family reunites annually, renting an Airbnb near the grandsons’ home in British Columbia, Canada.
Activities include walks, lunches, competitive card games, and outdoor adventures like Frisbee and hiking. A unique element of their time together involves writing prompts, sparking meaningful conversations and shared reflections.
One memorable trip introduced the grandsons to public transportation, exploring Bellingham, Washington, by bus. Another involved a visit to the grandparents’ part-time home in Guanajuato, Mexico, exposing the young men to a new culture.
The Rogers also enjoy simpler pleasures, like watching Colin, a former competitive climber, scale trees. Riley’s observation that his grandparents “like nature” amused Louisa, highlighting their shared appreciation for the outdoors.
A recent card game victory for Riley sparked playful banter, demonstrating the easy rapport between generations. Barry and Riley’s breakfast outings provide opportunities for deeper conversations, such as Riley’s career considerations.
As the grandsons mature, with both now having girlfriends, the family acknowledges the future of their tradition is uncertain. However, they cherish their current visits, feeling honored that the young men, now 19 and 21, still enjoy their company.