John Glenn was right. Children that ask serious questions deserve serious answers. A friend of mine once told me to answer the question my child is asking, not the one I imagine they are asking. Sometimes it is a simple answer, not all the details. This is true, but I always like to explore their questions and make them feel they can ask me anything and expect a truthful answer. I like that you and Sherrod share your lives so fully with your grandchildren and are straight forward with explanations. Children are smarter than we acknowledge and they can tell when we are not being completely forthright, even if the adults in their lives think it is best for them to downplay the truth.
Thank you for this. I remember taking my teenage son to Kent Lanes in Stow, Ohio, for bowling practice. His older brother was riding along with us and I had NPR on the radio, but it was turned down enough to carry on a conversation. Suddenly it struck me that something big was going down when I noticed the chatter increase so I reached for the volume knob. The three of us were hearing it from a solid source that nasty stuff was happening and I started to cry and I remember saying something like, “Oh, God, they’re attacking the capital.” My older son yelled out, “That’s not real!” For about 10 seconds I thought of the “War of the Worlds” broadcast and maybe this isn’t real. I wish my son, now 22, was right but sadly he wasn’t.
I love your writing. This is very poignant. Not too many children will have that experience with their grandfather. I'm still sorry that he didn't win, but everyone is moving on as best they can. As a Canadian, it was hard for me to believe what had happened on November 5th. Btw, we will never give in to the ridiculous maga suggestions. We're just fine thanks Donald.
Connie, thanks for another tender moment between you and your grandson/ family member that always leaves me with a warm heart. I am like the others who will miss Sherrod in the US Senate. I am sure he will continue working for the workers of Ohio. His heart will never allow him to stop that work.
So thank you and Sherrod for not giving up on our America. I sure will be in the fight because I will never give up on this Country I have loved all my life!
When I was young ( I'm 75 years old ) my parents, on occasion, took us to Washington DC to see the monuments and to honor the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. Out of respect, we wore our Sunday best. My father served in WW II, his father in WW I. The Iwo Jima memorial was particularly emotional for my father to view. January 6, 2021 is another day in the life of our country that will live in infamy. I'm glad my father didn't witness it. And as a respectable grandmother who preaches kindness to my grandchildren, I will refrain from saying what I wanted to do to Mike Johnson while he smirked behind VP Harris as she respectfully and eloquently certified the election.
Connie, Have you and Sherrod seen this allegation? How likely is it that this happened?
https://open.substack.com/pub/planetcritical/p/cyber-security-experts-warn-election-hacked?r=3dnnm&utm_medium=ios
John Glenn was right. Children that ask serious questions deserve serious answers. A friend of mine once told me to answer the question my child is asking, not the one I imagine they are asking. Sometimes it is a simple answer, not all the details. This is true, but I always like to explore their questions and make them feel they can ask me anything and expect a truthful answer. I like that you and Sherrod share your lives so fully with your grandchildren and are straight forward with explanations. Children are smarter than we acknowledge and they can tell when we are not being completely forthright, even if the adults in their lives think it is best for them to downplay the truth.
Thank you for this. I remember taking my teenage son to Kent Lanes in Stow, Ohio, for bowling practice. His older brother was riding along with us and I had NPR on the radio, but it was turned down enough to carry on a conversation. Suddenly it struck me that something big was going down when I noticed the chatter increase so I reached for the volume knob. The three of us were hearing it from a solid source that nasty stuff was happening and I started to cry and I remember saying something like, “Oh, God, they’re attacking the capital.” My older son yelled out, “That’s not real!” For about 10 seconds I thought of the “War of the Worlds” broadcast and maybe this isn’t real. I wish my son, now 22, was right but sadly he wasn’t.
I love your writing. This is very poignant. Not too many children will have that experience with their grandfather. I'm still sorry that he didn't win, but everyone is moving on as best they can. As a Canadian, it was hard for me to believe what had happened on November 5th. Btw, we will never give in to the ridiculous maga suggestions. We're just fine thanks Donald.
So beautifully written and precious grandchildren inspired. Thank you for sharing.
I am enamored with your writing. Never stop.
Connie, thanks for another tender moment between you and your grandson/ family member that always leaves me with a warm heart. I am like the others who will miss Sherrod in the US Senate. I am sure he will continue working for the workers of Ohio. His heart will never allow him to stop that work.
So thank you and Sherrod for not giving up on our America. I sure will be in the fight because I will never give up on this Country I have loved all my life!
Lovely
But for far to many 4years ago did not matter when voting this year. How soon it fads away.
Connie, thank you for sharing.
Touched me deeply. What a perfect gift.
When I was young ( I'm 75 years old ) my parents, on occasion, took us to Washington DC to see the monuments and to honor the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. Out of respect, we wore our Sunday best. My father served in WW II, his father in WW I. The Iwo Jima memorial was particularly emotional for my father to view. January 6, 2021 is another day in the life of our country that will live in infamy. I'm glad my father didn't witness it. And as a respectable grandmother who preaches kindness to my grandchildren, I will refrain from saying what I wanted to do to Mike Johnson while he smirked behind VP Harris as she respectfully and eloquently certified the election.
Refreshing to hear this story of hope learning from the past. This is how history lives on.
A beautiful story. The nightmare?...what hateful, racist, ill-informed parents and grandparents are telling their children about that day.
Now, there may be pardons for the criminals convicted of the days' crimes. Another poor message for the children of the future.
We need Sherrod back, and more like him, now more than ever.
Thanks, Connie.
Thank you.