We moved abroad when our kids were 5 and 7. Keeping them close to their grandparents became a priority.
Moving to London put thousands of miles between our kids and their grandparents. We made travel a priority, and their relationships became even stronger.
The author and her family relocated from New Jersey to London when their children were 5 and 7 years old. Their primary focus was on maintaining close connections with the children's grandparents, who were living in Texas and Hawaii. After moving, the family prioritized traveling to see their grandparents and visiting Europe together.
Despite the distance, they managed to keep regular communication through phone calls, texts, and letters, often receiving cards and letters from the grandparents. The family took advantage of school breaks to plan trips to various European destinations, such as Vienna, Budapest, France, and Ireland, creating many cherished memories.
The author emphasizes that the decision to move abroad intentionally was beneficial for their children's relationship with their grandparents, enhancing their closeness rather than weakening it.
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