Strive for consistency between what is permitted by parents and grandparents. Express your feelings by laughing when you are happy and crying when you are sad. Babysit only when you want to, feel up to it, and are not being inconvenienced. Be aware of the example you are setting, because the grandchildren and your children will learn much about love from seeing and feeling it. Love your grandchildren for what they are, not for what you think they should be.
Most grandparents pursue their roles out of a strong desire to have fun.
Long Distance Grandparenting Many grandparents do not live geographically close to their grandchildren. Mailing newspaper clippings, pictures, school newspapers, and artwork. Whether your contribution is large or small to your grandchildren, what you do is important. When a close relationship is formed, this attachment is often developed for life. This attachment comes with the experience of being loved and accepted, a sense of security and warmth, and the gift of a role model grandparent.