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# After Babysitting My Grandson, My Daughter-in-Law Handed Me a Bill for ‘Living Expenses’

Family dynamics are tricky. We love each other, yet boundaries and expectations can sometimes collide in ways we never anticipate. Recently, I had an experience that perfectly illustrates this—an encounter so surprising, it’s been a hot topic in my circle of friends.

It started innocently enough: my daughter-in-law asked me to babysit my two-year-old grandson for a few days while she and my son went on a short business trip. I happily agreed. After all, this wasn’t the first time I’d watched him, and I adore that little bundle of energy. But what happened afterward left me questioning: **have family obligations become transactional?**

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## Day One: The Excitement of Grandparent Duty

I remember the excitement I felt walking into my grandson’s room, greeted by his wide smile and outstretched arms. There’s something about being a grandparent that brings out the best in you. You forget the chores waiting at home, the errands to run, and even your own fatigue.

The first day was delightful. We:

* Read storybooks about animals and colors
* Built towers from blocks and knocked them down repeatedly
* Went for a walk in the park, where he insisted on feeding the ducks
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