That small gesture on his part is still a memory I cherish. All grandparents begin with the best of intentions, yet no relationship is without it's mistakes. Here's a bit of wisdom gathered from other grandparents. Understand the arrival of a grandchild makes one a new person with a new place within the family. Identity, relationships and roles shift.
People sometimes fail to realize there's a major difference between parenting and grandparenting.
When this happens, family conflict is sure to follow. Parents are the linchpin of the relationship between you and your grandchild. Failure to listen is a common grandparenting mistake. It takes effort to listen, but it's worth every minute of your investment. Sharpen your listening skills.