Nos derniers petits-enfants
English version below the pictures
Vous vous souvenez de nos derniers petits-enfants, les jumeaux, nés en Août 2012. Ils auront 7 ans le mois prochain, un bel âge.
J’ai posté sur Xanga à propos de leur naissance. Sept ans plus tard, voici un apercu sur Raphaêl et Yris
You remember our latest grandchildren , the twins, born in August 2012. They will be 7 years old next month, a beautiful age .
I posted about their birth on Xanga . Seven years later , here is a glance about Raphael and Yris
Samedi dernier, ils jouaient dans un spectacle. Au début, c’était une danse africaine. Yris (la fille) aime la danse et les arts en général. Voyez comment elle est épanouie juste avant cette danse africaine (sur la photo, elle est la deuxième à partir de la gauche)
C’était sur la place de la petite ville de Doullens (Picardie). Nous voyons l’entrée des artistes sur la scène. (deuxième photo)
Last Saturday they were playing in a show
At first it was an African dance . Yris ( the girl ) loves dance and arts in general . See how she is fulfilled just before this African dance ( on the first photo she is the second from the left )
This was on the square of the little town of Doullens ( Picardy ). We see the entrance of the artists on the scene . ( second photo)
Après c’était un “spectacle de cirque”. Sur la photo ci-dessous, on voit Raphaël au premier plan qui marche de droite à gauche, tandis que sa soeur Yris marche de gauche à droite.
Sur la deuxième photo, ils sont assis et portent une barbe (Raphaël à droite et Yris au milieu du groupe) . Ils étaient aussi très heureux que leur grand-mère ( Janine ) soit venue d’Amiens pour les encourager.
Afterwards it was a ”circus show” . On the photo above we see Raphaël on the foreground walking from right to left while his sister Yris is walking from left to right.
On the second photo they are sat and are wearing a beard ( Raphael on the right and Yris at the middle of the group ). They were also happy to see their grandmother Janine come from Amiens to encourage them
Le jour suivant leur père, Jean-Baptiste, les emmena voir une séance de tonte de laine de moutons. Raphaêl a vu tout de suite comment il pouvait utiliser la laine pour se faire une sorte de vêtement pour se protéger de la chaleur. Irys est toujours épanouie et joue les élégantes.
The next day their father, Jean-Baptiste , took them to see a session of sheep wool shearing. Raphael saw immediately how he could use wool to make a kind of clothing to protect himself from the heat. Yris is still fulfilled and play the elegant young.
C’est un plaisir pour nous de les voir si remplis de santé et profiter de la vie.
“O temps suspends ton vol et vous heures propices suspendez votre cours ( Alphonse de Lamartine . Le Lac)”
It is a pleasure for us to see them so filled with health and enjoying the life.
“O time, suspend your flight and you, auspicious hours, suspend your course (Alphonse de Lamartine, the Lake)”
Looks like they have fun.
In fact, they are interested in what is around them
That is good.
But about different things .
lovely children!
I think you are right.
Such beautiful children…you must be beaming with pride! Thank you for sharing Michel! ❤
Thank you Holly. I try to stay modest ! 🙂
That would be difficult with such a beautiful family! ♥️
You are too kind , Holly.
Not at all… all true!
Hahahaha… you’re adorable!
I have a modest smile on my face at reading you, Catherine ! 🙂
Hard to believe how big they are now. Apparently great joy to all of you as well. 🙂
It is amazing, Bonnie to see how those babies grew fast in almost 7 years
Seven is a wonderful age of exploration and learning about the world around them. Your twins appear to be enjoying that time as they should!
Yes Janet, 7 years is the age where a child is no more a baby and goes to the primary school..
My first great nephew recently turned 7 — I was excited to notice that I can now have a good little conversation with him about things he’s learning.
I am not surprised Janet . In France in the past we said 7 is reason age
I like that — they have now learned basics, and can use them to reason (think). Growth is remarkable, isn’t it!
Yes it is an age where the mind begins to bloom to logic operations
Every child should spend time in the country, away from the distractions of electronic devices…or maybe I’m just speaking for my own inner child. Nice post, Michel.
You are right Judy, Raphael loves play with material,,,,, soil, , branches and Yris loves graphs, drawing, paint. Different orientations.
A very nice look at the younger members of your family. You are indeed a proud grandfather!
Grandfather , this is sure !! 🙂
What joy to see your grandchildren grow up. They were so small in the first picture and now they are full of life doing what they love and exploring what life offers. Happy for your family!
” full of life doing what they love and exploring what life offers” : Ceci est parfaitement dit, Louisa . Merci.
The two children are beautiful.
The last but not the least, Gail ! :
Those twins are ADORABLE! Your entire family is beautiful. You are blessed indeed.
Love,
votre amie,
Francoise
Thanks Françoise . Yes the twins are cute . ❤
You are truly blessed to have such a family. Peace my friend.
You are right Nico . Thanks.
Blessings!
Oh Michel, they are so beautiful.
Yes I think so, Matt.
That’s a love3ly age for children to be and they are good looking kids! Thanks for sharing photos of your grandchildren, Michel!
Yes , Doug , this is a beautiful age in all simplicity before the time of teen age
A billion parents would say “Amen!” Ha!
And grandparents too!! 🙂
I remember when you shared about them being born! They have grown up so fast and so beautifully! 🙂
All of THE very best in life for Yris and Raphaël! 🙂
You have every reason to be so proud of them, Michel! 🙂
HUGS!!! 🙂
Are not they radiant , Carolyn ? ( of course this is the grandfather who speaks :: 🙂 )
Déjà 7ans, ça passe vite. Ils sont rayonnants. Bonne journée je vous embrasse
Merci Carole . Oui cela passe vite .
what delightful contented grandchildren, you should be proud and I’m so glad that their grandmother was able to watch their special show!
Janine was happy to be there with them, Kate
and I’m sure you were in spirit 🙂
Yes, Kate ❤
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It seems impossible that they have grown that much, but I know from my own grandchildren, that life does not hold them back. They florish with love and attention! Great photos, my friend!
Today we celebrate our independence. The fireworks have been going off all week. Too hot for me. I stay inside where it is cool. Temperatures in the 90’s. 💥
Have a great Independence Day, Rachel but you are right to stay inside : too hot!
I can’t believe it has been seven years! They have grown up so quickly!! I love the smiles while they are doing so many interesting activities – performances and sheep shearing!! I would have loved to seen sheep as a child… You must be so proud of them! A natural curiosity is a wonderful gift!
Yris often is smiling and Raphaël loves Nature
I remember their birth so we’ll, and even much before them. They are break children. How are Manon and Antoine?
❤️Christine
I see you remember well about them, Christine and even about Manon and Antoine . Manon will hit 19 this July and Antoine 17.
I’m happy you were able to read and understand past my typos, Michel. I really should proofread before sending!
I meant to say I remember so well, and that they are beautiful children. There, that’s better. 😁❤️
What is said with the heart always can be understood easily Christine ! ❤
Thank you so much for sharing the pictures of the twins! I remember well their birth and the joy that they brought! I am wondering how you pronounce Yris’ name. In fact, I have wondered for all these years!! They are beautiful children.
Love,
Karen
I am amazed by your memory, Karen.
Yris ‘s name is pronounced in French like in English
time certainly does fly
life is so full of surprises – good and bad
what a nice surprise that janine was able to go and see them dance!
how lovely it is to see them grow up xxx
I agree, Marlaine with what you write above : life is full of surprises; good and bad .
I remember when your twin grand children were born. They are such beautiful young children now. Raphael is so cute wrapped in the sheep’s wool and his sister is a beautiful little girl. I think I see a bit of resemblance to your wife in her.
Our twins just turned 57 in April. Time goes by too fast. Now they are parents and Julia is a grandmother to 3.
Love to you and your wonderful family
Barbara💕💕
Thanks, Barbara , for this kind comment; Who are your twins? I know them probably. ❤
Lovely and joyful post. Your grandchildren are so adorable and creative. ❤
They look like LC !! 🙂
Your grandchildren look like they are having lots of fun doing the things they love. How precious these memories are and will be
Yes and more they are interested spontaneously.Thanks Suzy.
It looks like a fine time was had by all. How time flies, notwithstanding Lamartine’s invocation (I think it all the time)!
Yes, Neil when we see the speedy growing of the twins we realize how fast time goes away !! ….and we understand Lamartine’s words.
I just noticed that this poem dwells on the passage of time in very interesting images.
<font size="-1"Mais je demande en vain quelques moments encore,Le temps m’échappe et fuit ;Je dis à cette nuit : ” Sois plus lente ” ; et l’auroreVa dissiper la nuit.Aimons donc, aimons donc ! de l’heure fugitive,Hâtons-nous, jouissons !
It reminds me of Andrew Marvell’s “To His Coy Mistress”:
<font size="-1"Rather at once our time devourThan languish in his slow-chapped power.Let us roll all our strength and allOur sweetness up into one ball,And tear our pleasures with rough strifeThrough the iron gates of life:Thus, though we cannot make our sunStand still, yet we will make him run.
Thanks Neil for this relation with Andrew Marvell two centuries before about the shortness of the great times in life. It would be interesting to find writers about the same topic in various times from Greeks to our contemporary litterary
Belle famille plein de joie et santé. Malheureusement nous ne pouvons pas arrêter le passage du temps.
Meilleurs voeux de nous deux.
Merci Stéphanie . Oui nous sommes toujours poussés vers de nouveaux rivages ….
Toute ma sympathie pour vous deux.
Such a neat post Michel! Love to see how the twins have grown. Time stands still for no one, does it? Thanks for the blessing you are to me. 🙂
Tanks Miriam. It always is a pleasure for me to read you posts , so rich and beautiful on Xanga
Oh Michel, how they have grown so much. The twins look so happy and healthy. Isabella will be 8 this month and she has shown so much changes in her that it overwhelms me.
Much love to you and Janine ❤️
I am so happy to read you , Tima .
I guess How much you are amazed by Isabella’s change. 8 years old this already is a little miss !! 🙂
The Twins are really growing up very fast and they look to be full of life
That is sure, Julie , they are full of life ❤
What wonderful happy photos of your grandchildren. The twins are growing so fast. Love those smiling faces and the joy of being children. What a joy they must be to you and Janine. Thanks for sharing. Marilyn. ❤
Yes Marilyn they full of life and joy to share ❤
I remember when the twins were born. They are beautiful children, and enjoy doing so many fun things! I know that they bring much joy to their parents and grandparents.
Love to you & Janine,
Carolyn
Many Xangafriends are remembering their birth , Carolyn . Yes it was amazing to be grandparents again.
They are beautiful grandchildren, Michel and Janine! Such a wonderful thing to have helpful, close family, and see the children grow and enjoy life!
Yes we are spoiled, Lavinia . Thank you
It must be so lovely to see them grow! It’s lovely just to see this photos. Thanks for sharing, Michel.
Yes , Cynthia , the photos express well their joy ,They are “happy ” photos !
That looks like an interesting day. I do remember you posting about the Twins on Xanga. Now they are big. I love the dance and the circus after.
Those two days were a joy for them, Angy. I am glad you remember their birth..
Lovely, lovely twins❤️❤️ How they’ve grown😘
They follow your twins , Nicole and Rachel, Isabel ! ❤
The sight of the children brings so much joy! Grow well, dear children. May God bless you with wisdom and noble friends!
Thanks , Catherine, for this beautiful and inspired comment.
Oh wow, all of that sheep wool!
Your grandchildren look so lovely and happy and full of life! It is so wonderful to see them growing up.
Yes , Marica it is not frequent young children can see a session of sheep wool shearing.
I love watching your beautiful and vibrant family grow in size and age. The sheep shearing looked like so much fun. A wonderful update, Michel!
Yes Cassi the sheep shearing was a rare experience for them ❤
Raphael and Yris are truly beautiful, and it’s great to see them learning new things while enjoying special activities! Glad to see everyone is so happy! Cheers!
Yes Larry, the twins are interested by many things around us and enjoy many things . This is good .
You have beautiful and talented grandchildren! They must bring joy to your family!
Yes Nancy they are talented and kind . They are a pleasure. ❤
Just stopping by with some (((HUGS))) and prayers for a new week! 🙂
Thanks Carolyn, you are kind.
Children grow so fast! What a delight they are!
Mornin Glorie….My gracious how the twins have grown, I know you and Janine are so proud of them. I must admit to being a bit jealous, I have always wanted to attend a sheep shearing, maybe I should just come to France! ilym
Genuine smiles
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