I am a very proud grandfather to three beautiful grandkids. I was a cop for 35 years working the streets and being involved in investigations as a detective. The downside was that I missed a lot of my own daughter’s activities, including pageants and birthdays. That completely changed as a “grandpapa.” I took time out to be with them at every opportunity. Get down to their level and be a little silly, they love it. Go to the park, take walks, and challenge them to a race. I had a make-believe friend that I would always say, “You just missed him” when they would arrive at our place. Some people have no idea how much of an influence that grandparents have on the little tots. My grandfather had a tremendous influence on my life, and I have tried to return that favor….