“If nephews and nieces were jewels, I would have the most beautiful gems ever. ” – Unknown
Thank you, Spidey. So apt for this weekend!
Of course if you have been reading my recent posts you would know that I have been impatiently waiting for this weekend, where I get to see my Finndian family again and finally need my Finndian nephew #2.
It has, so far been a wonderful weekend, and we have bonded so well. It’s been a pleasure to see them both interacting and getting to know their bigger cousins, and the pairing up of Lil Princess with nephew #1 is just so precious! Lil Man has been spending time with both of them, and using his uncle to do lots of cricket practice too (my brother plays for the Finnish national side!)
I have just been enjoying the giggles, smiles and cuddles of #2 and the hilarious comments of #1, who is a natural joker!
My heart feels so full of emotion right now, I am not sure how I will be feeling on Monday, when we have to drive back home.
Bittersweet, as I won’t want to say goodbye, not knowing when we will be able to see each other again, but coming home, and bringing with me so many new and wonderful memories. ❤
So… tell me, how do you feel, when meeting new little members of the family?
But I Smile Anyway... 
May 30, 2019 @ 06:24:05
Ahhh so lovely!!! 🙂
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May 30, 2019 @ 09:02:12
Thanks Sophie!
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May 07, 2019 @ 03:54:24
Reblogged this on The Reluctant Poet.
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May 06, 2019 @ 23:16:59
You are truly blessed, Ritu. Have you written any poems about this “family feeling” other than the ones in Blessed Rituals?
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May 07, 2019 @ 06:58:49
I haven’t recently… But I should. I did one when #2 was born actually!
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May 06, 2019 @ 18:27:13
Perfect 💜
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May 06, 2019 @ 19:15:35
It was sis 💜
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May 06, 2019 @ 19:28:41
Excellent 💜💜
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May 06, 2019 @ 09:41:49
How sweet! I haven’t been around new family members in more than a decade – so reading this was really heartwarming and fun!
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May 06, 2019 @ 11:53:35
Oh I have had such a wonderful week!!!
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May 06, 2019 @ 13:41:21
Excellent! Always good to have a refreshing time.
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May 06, 2019 @ 15:47:24
Shattered now though.. But home, and Happy 😍
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May 06, 2019 @ 04:08:46
So happy you finally got to me Nephew #2. I’m smiling right along with you! 🙂
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May 06, 2019 @ 04:09:01
meet*
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May 06, 2019 @ 07:09:33
Oh Dorinda it’s been a wonderful weekend. I hate that I have to go back now!
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May 06, 2019 @ 07:41:57
Can you hide away somewhere? 😆
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May 06, 2019 @ 07:57:11
I think school might notice if I don’t turn up tomorrow… 😜
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May 06, 2019 @ 08:13:54
🤔🤣
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May 05, 2019 @ 18:42:23
Babies are the sweetest gift ever!
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May 05, 2019 @ 20:49:19
They are precious ❤️
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May 05, 2019 @ 17:24:59
I’m happy you are having this wonderful weekend Sister ❤️
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May 05, 2019 @ 17:42:56
It is so special ❤️
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May 05, 2019 @ 18:02:46
❤️
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May 05, 2019 @ 15:19:49
Glad you had a wonderful timel Next vacation you should plan for Finland. 😉 The breakfast image is wonderful. I am perplexed how a 4 yo can decorate this so yummy. But for an adult a very small piece to overcome the time till lunch. Lol Michael
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May 05, 2019 @ 15:32:46
Oh they are both a joy to spend time with 😍
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May 05, 2019 @ 16:25:48
😍
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May 05, 2019 @ 10:55:53
So glad that it’s been wonderful I know you’ve been waiting AGES for this! Spending time together when you don’t get to often just makes it all the more precious.
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May 05, 2019 @ 11:16:49
I am in heaven! 😍
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May 05, 2019 @ 10:37:40
Yes, we had a lovely time when my little great niece came over from Australia ( with her parents! ) and we had them to stay along with grandson no. 2 who is the same age. It was fun having two toddlers in the house, they played well, but I don’t know when they will see each other again!
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May 05, 2019 @ 10:38:27
It is just a precious time!!! ❤️
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May 05, 2019 @ 10:18:09
Those are priceless moments and events. I am happy you all are having those moments together 💖
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May 05, 2019 @ 10:38:08
Oh sis I’m loving it!
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May 05, 2019 @ 11:47:11
I know, sis 😘 💖
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May 05, 2019 @ 09:24:19
I can just imagine how you are feeling. So great to meet a new little member of the family. I feel the same when I meet a new grandchild! You want to hold them forever.
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May 05, 2019 @ 09:38:44
It is wonderful 😍
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May 05, 2019 @ 08:47:54
How lovely for you all, Ritu. There is nothing like family.
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May 05, 2019 @ 09:05:01
It is just so precious Robbie ❤️
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