Mr. Speaker, I welcome the opportunity to address the House on the issue of creating a special day each year known as grandparent's day all across Canada. From a child's point of view, a grandparent is the person who loves unconditionally. Child development experts will tell you that unconditional love is the kind of love you receive just for being you, and it is critical in the life of a child. Not too long ago in this House an hon. The other grandparents in the room may have taken issue with the statement, because we all know that in fact our grandchildren are the best, the finest, the most terrific kids in the whole universe.
Children learn about themselves from many sources.
One such source is to see oneself through another's eyes. What they see in a grandparent's eyes is a reflection of their own special uniqueness. From these loving mirrors self-esteem is developed, and from that love come immeasurable benefits for children, young and old. 14482 Grandparents are historians and story tellers. They weave tales of days gone by, providing gentle guidance as children learn about family and social values and morality.