My “grandchildren” girl 12 and boy 8 found a kitten a few months ago. Their mom let them keep him. He was a really special sweet kitten and the kids adored him. He got sick and just passed away. My heart breaks for them. These poor kids have lost 2 grandparents already. I need them to catch a break here. 

These children are my best friend’s kids. I have helped raised both of them. We may not be related by blood but they are mine. They just spent the weekend here. I was a friend first, then I become a mom figure, then grandma to the kids. 21 year age difference between  us but it has never mattered.