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But growing up he wasnt such a good father.. I wonder why things have changed. Do you think this is common?
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Yes, it's very common.
Sometimes it's making up for inadequacies, as Duke mentioned--but you have to recognize that it's a lot easier to be a grandparent. You have more time on your hands, plus you have more of a positive role--you never have to do the 'dirty work'.