It’s SO Fun To Tease Him…
Little Man has a lot of charisma…and Grammie sometimes uses this to her advantage.
When I want a cute reaction…I will say, “Oh, What is Out There?”
“Could it be a doggie?” and run to the window.
Of course, he follows in pursuit…
Do you think I am terrible to tell a little white lie? I just LOVE to see him happy and his face light up.
Then I say, “Oh no, he must of left!”
As you can see by his reaction…he is just happy that a doggie was outside his home…SMILE.
On to a more serious note…TODAY marks Little Man’s, Older Sister’s Birthday…Miss Olivia. She would have been four years old today…hard to believe…this much time has passed.
I don’t think there is a day, where our family doesn’t think about her and what she still means to our family.
Every year, her pictures are around the Christmas tree as ornaments, a reminder of how she has touched our lives.
There are times when I watch “Little Man” play…I start reminiscing if Olivia would have had the same mannerisms or said something similar?
I think about how the whole dynamic would have changed with him being the second child and not the firstborn. Would he still have the same characteristics? This too…we shall never know.
But this I DO KNOW…there will be a day in heaven…when this grandma shall open up her arms and say, “Finally, I have waited so long…Little Girl…I’ve MISSED YOU!”
If you missed the Memorial Garden we built last year for Miss Olivia…Click here.
You also can check out the Missing Our Little Angel post I created the year before here.
Laurie
XXOO
Pride in Photos 
Your grandson is adorable! What a sweet post and photos. And I’m sorry to hear about his little sister–she sounds like a special girl, an angel for sure. Hugs xx
You know, Laurie, you are always such a force for positive that I had not remembered about Olivia. Now I do remember looking at your photos of the Memorial Garden.
I’m so glad you have this sweet, sweet face to bring you joy, while you never forget that sweet Oliva.
Thinking of you and your family as you remember your little Olivia. Gone but not forgotten. I am so glad that you have your Little Man to give you hope and comfort. xxx
Gentle hugs as you remember little Olivia, Laurie. ♡ Your “Little Man” has such a wonderful smile. Good job, Grandma.
Blessings ~ Wendy
Oh my gosh he is adorable. I can see why you love to tease him so much.
Too cute!
He’s just so cute. I can’t get over those cheeks and what a great smile. The memorial garden if simply beautiful and a great way to honor sweet Olivia–your little angel.
I can’t even begin to imagine the heartache!
Thank you Elizabeth…4 years ago…so unimaginable.
A sweet post to both grandchildren…one you enjoy now and another you will enjoy later…..
A very touching, heartwarming post Laurie. My baby brother has a little angel in heaven as well, just as you do Olivia.
Love the big smile, even with a tooth missing here or there. Makes it all the more precious.
What a fun series of photos. I think it is so beautiful that Olivia lives on in your family.
Oh, Laurie- this is a heartbreaker! I didn’t know about Olivia. No wonder you love him so, and the notion of you hugging her in heaven. It has me welling up, darlin. Long may you love and live, Laurie 🙂
He is a cutie pie!
Oh, I truly enjoy seeing this cutie and you can post about him all the time for sure Laurie. heheheheh He is just sooooo adorable and you capture him so well! Thinking of you hon. 😀 *big hugs*
You’re so lucky to have this boy!
Hi, I hope your day was ok. Lots to think about, but all good things are coming your way. Have a good week. Nolan is so adorable!!! Love, Annie
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Such vivid colors!
He is so cute! Olivia is very much loved.
I adore little man, he’s so cute! When I read this post about your little Olivia, I started to cry because it struck a chord with me! I’m so sorry of the loss of your loved one, happy birthday to her anyhow!! I lost my dear sweet sister in the 80’s and wonder how her life would have been had she still been alive! I’m so glad you have little man to fill your hearts with joy!! Hugz always, Lisa and Bear
Laurie,
What a touching post. Of course love the pictures of Little Man. And my heart goes out to you today as you honor Miss Olivia. Each day she is remembered, but I know that days like this are always the hardest.
Kenley
What a very happy little man your grandson is, Laurie. Miss Olivia will always be alive in your hearts. I’m so sad that you and your family endured such a terrible loss. The Memorial Garden is such a wonderful idea. xx
A sad day, but so much to be grateful for.
What cute pictures, he i so adorable! Thanks for sharing your very touching story. I have been a volunteer photographer for ‘Now I Lay Me Down To Sleep’ for many years and know the loss of a child touches many families and all their loved ones. Miss Olivia’s garden is just beautiful. What a wonderful way to cherish and remember her. Wish you a blessed day.
Thank you for your beautiful words Janell.
I am so sorry, Laurie. I did not know, and can only imagine the sadness you must feel.
The garden is beautiful, and yes, my friend, there will be a day in Heaven. xo.
God Bless You Grandma!
I had no idea that your family endured this loss. My heart aches for all of you. On a brighter note – that smile is fantastic on your grandson. He’s gonna be loved by all the little girls in the future!
My heart hurts for the little one you are missing. That is such a hard hard loss. Praying for you all as you miss her each day, but hopeful for that great reunion one day! LM is such a cutie!
Oh! I love the look on that face in the last photo! I do believe I’d print that one, Laurie.
Hi Laurie, adorable shots and a really touching story. Didn’t know about your loss – my thoughts are with you. Birthdays are especially hard I’m sure.
I have always played the same way with my grandson who is now 7. He has lived with us most of his born days after the divorce, but now has again moved with his mama. Anyway, I always played the same with my kids…anything to see those wonderful smiles. I still pretend I think this toes are tookies (cookies) and I’m going to nibble them. Even at 7, he still enjoys keeping them away from me and makes him smile. Your little one has such a precious smile. The latter part of your post made my heart ache for your family. I can only imagine the hole that is left. ~hugs~
Your words were such an encouragement..thank you.
A lie is worth it if you are rewarded with that face! Hope, joy, happiness! Also? Thanks for including the link to the history behind his older sis. I had no idea, being a newer follower. My heart goes out to you all!
Thank you for the kind words♥
I do not think so. You are playing and he has great fun with it 🙂
My eyes are wet. Great photos of this young man!
What an adorable lil guy. So tricky g’ma how you get him going. 😉
Happy bday in heaven to Olivia. xoxo
Little Man is so charming the way you capture him Laurie .
Thinking of you x
Love to see his joyful expressions, and you captured so well, Laurie!
Touching to tears, so very much… Olivia would have been really proud of her brother…Proud like you are, your family is and would have adored him as much, too.
Olivia must surely feel the love from your family as she watches over you, for it is so strong, like you, Laurie. Give a big hug to that beautiful Grandson of yours, for we’ve all grown to love him!
Such joy comes from our grandchildren and their sense of wonder. I do not know the back story of your loss. I do know that you have devoted yourself to your little man, and that is obviously a sustaining force for your family and you.
Such beautiful photos of such a beautiful little boy. You’re post touched my heart Laurie. Stay strong.
Won’t it be fun when you say ‘there’s a dog out there’ and you both discover it’s the truth? 🙂 There’s always a chance there will be. Hugs for you, as you remember, celebrate and grieve your precious Miss Olivia.
He is so cute! May Miss Olivia’s memory be forever an inspiration and a blessing.
They are so much fun at that age. 🙂
Olivia would be very proud of her little brother. Friends lost their first grandchild and our niece lost her second child, the pain and grief were something I’ve never experienced before or after. My thoughts are with you.
Amazing… 🙂
Gorgeous photos, as always, dear Laurie! I got so carried away with Miss Olivia, I forgot … Sorry.
You touched my to tears, Laurie. Such a heartwarming story!
Miss Olivia, here comes a kiss for you.x You would have been so proud of your handsome little brother, I’m sure.
Big hug
Dina
HE IS A STAR!
BE ENCOURAGED! BE BLESSED!