I saw this article and it reminded me that unless a Grandparent or other relative has what is referred to in legal terms as “Standing” the children have no voice protecting them.

No matter where you are in this roller coaster of Grandparents access to their grandchildren it is valuable to share. There is no shortage of Grandparents to share with.

We would all do better to ask this question in all significant situations in all of our relationships.

By the time things get to the point of a “Rights struggle” there has been a lot of water under the bridge. I hear a lot of stories that begin in the Labor and Delivery room at the hospital. Many more come of marriage breakups, etc.

I commend you for taking action on behalf of your Grandkids. It is my belief that we are called as Caring Grandparents to do everything in our power to bring more love and support into the lives of our most precious and vulnerable Grandchildren.

Most of you reading this have already exhausted the common sense approach of appealing to reason. Whatever the reason for the breakdown in the relationship it is still important that we use all the tools at our disposal.

As you know, our grandkids watch us closely—more so than they listen to what we say. Their eyes are always on us, taking in the subtle things we do, the choices we make, and the actions we take.

As painful and unfair as it is at times, we must keep loving those little miracles we call grandkids. Despite the challenges and hardships life throws our way, the unconditional love we offer our grandchildren becomes a source of strength and resilience.

Please consider your way to connect with your Grands. It may or may not be through reading, but find what they are interested in and immerse yourself in it. The rewards are breathtaking.