Jackie and I began the day with a trip to New Milton to order some gravel for the garden from Milford Sand and Gravel. Afterwards we set off for Upper Dicker in East Sussex. We were some way past Lymington before I realised I had left my camera at home. Given that we were going to meet our new granddaughter for the the first time, that was rather unfortunate. Back home we went for the implement. Then off we drove again.
At Chichester we stopped to visit Hansford’s mens outfitters to buy me some trousers and Mothercare for baby clothes.
We then spent a very enjoyable afternoon with Tess and little Poppy.
Naturally we took it in turns to hold our little girl
who, after a feed spent a contented hour on my chest.
After Mat returned home from work, we toasted Poppy with champagne and Tess ordered the delivery of an enjoyable Indian takeaway. My choice was naga lamb, special fried rice, an onion bahji, and a paratha.
Jackie then drove us home.
What a great grand-father day
Thank you, John. That was quick
Yep. We Grandparents need to support each other before the rest of the world starts telling us we are going soft.
Thank you, John
She is precious! You’ve gotta love those hour long snuggles with newborns.
Yes. Thanks, Ashley
When I had my calligraphy studio, I was often asked to letter this, by the American poet Carl Sandburg:
“A baby is God’s opinion that the world should go on.”
Does seem that way, doesn’t it?
It does!
Lovely thought, Cynthia. Thank you, as Pauline says ‘it does’
Woohoo, how adorable she is!!!
Many thanks, Luanne
Oh! Beautiful! Who isn’t going to say that? Fortunately I’m incapable of an untruth and i love her name. My favorite flower. Wild and enduring♡♡♡
Thanks, Candice. Tess’s maiden name is Flower, yet that had nothing to do with the choice.
It’s very pre raphaelite and she’s a beauty. I like that poppies endure.
Ps… your face in the last one. priceless. Made me so happy for you.
Many thanks, Candice
You are always welcome my proud friend!
I bet she’ll be a beauty.
Ha! Yer big soppy! Captured perfectly that grandparental bliss
🙂 Thanks, Geoff
Awwww! such sweet pictures. Welcome to the world, Poppy!
Thank you, Cynthia
As others have said, wonderful pictures!
Thank you, Michael
Oh this is a beautiful post Derrick!
So wonderful to see you with your dear little Grand daughter. Wonderful pictures.
Congratulations to you all 😀
Many thanks, Robyn
She is very very sweet. Hello world! There’s something about holding a baby that throws us all into dreamy, happy contentment–which could be the look on your face in the one picture.
Thank you Lisa. Yep
Such a wonderful post….you look as contented and proud as punch!
Thanks, Matt. Yep
Wonderful pictures! It takes only a few moments of grandparental indulgence and the garden back home is full of weeds.
Thanks, Bruce. Absolutely
What a beautiful gift, welcome to the family Poppy! She is so sweet Derrick ~
Many thanks Mary
Poppy is a beautiful little girl, and she looks so happy meeting her wonderful grandparents–and why wouldn’t she? Congratulations to both of you on the birth of your granddaughter and to Poppy and her parents. I wish them all much, much happiness and a lifetime of love.
Many thanks, Mary. Perfect comments
Always nice when one can say ‘what a beautiful baby!’ and truly mean it. She’s gorgeous! 🙂
Thank you, Bianca. She is, rather.
Compared to the first picture you posted of her, she looks to have grown a lot in just eight days. And so bonny! Looks like she’s going to be tall… Okay, so maybe she’ll grow up to be a model instead of Prime Minister. No problem, models make more money, anyway. 🙂
Thank you, Johnna. Very observant. Yes, she is rather tall, and very strong. It runs in the family. I read your comment out to Jackie. She said ‘models make more money’ before I read that bit.
I don’t know that I’ve ever seen a more beautiful baby. I bet you are proud!
Many thanks, Ginene. Yes, I suppose we had something to do with her 🙂
Baby’s remind us of heaven I always think – and what is important in life! Beautiful photos Derrick, so lovely to see Poppy with her extended family welcoming her in.
Thank you, Pauline
Lovely set of family photos!
Thanks, Jenny
Sweet
Thank you Aras
🙂
What joy!
Thank you, seedbud
You two make a great picture, Derrick. Congratulations and best of health to all.
Many thanks, GP
That camera was an absolute necessity. Little Poppy is a beauty and obviously so loved. Made me teary-eyed to look at those pictures.
Thank you, Laurie. That’s nice.
What a wonderful post.
Thank you Mostly
Such a sweet little thing! I love the pictures with you, Tess and Jackie. A new little life in the family strikes a deep chord. Congratulations to all of you and Welcome!!, little Poppy
Thank you, Cynthia
Aw…congratulations, Derrick! Wonderful photos!
Thank you, Jill
Can’t get much better than this, Derrick, at least in regards to new souls in the family! Congratulations. (I have five adult kids–only five grandchildren so far.)
Thanks, Cynthia. There’s time to catch up 🙂
Huge Congrats to all! She’s gorgeous!
Many thanks, Elena
Ooo Poppy is precious!!! <3
Thank you, Julie
That is an exquisite little granddaughter! May her life be a joy from beginning to [very, very far off] end! Clearly, it’s a joy to a certain mama and pair of delighted grandparents, just as should be.
Congratulations to all.
Kathryn
Thank you, Kathryn
Such beautiful photos, God bless the baby. It was nice to read that you like Indian food:) Regards.
Thanks, Mukhamani. It is my absolute favourite
sweet pictures 🙂 bilere
Thank you, Bilere
Aw, so sweet. Congratulations!
I missed this post. Her name is Poppy?
Yes – and her mother’s maiden name is Flower, so she is Poppy Knight Flower. Thank you Timi.
What a beautiful name!
Thanks again Timi