I have read somewhere that 93% of grandparents are taking care of their grandkids and about 3% is getting compensation for it. Eleven years ago my daughter gave me my first grandchild, a boy, i took care of him from 3 mos, and still do when he is not in school. My daughter divorced his father when my grandson was 2 1/2 years old. I have to fight to get him, and I miss him so much. We are sooooo very close because of all the time we spent together, he lives with his dad and his dads girlfriend an hours drive away.We take him camping every summer and holidays are a free for all because we never know if we will see him. I am so glad I was able to take care of him, I don't what I would do without him. My youngest son has two little boys 21mos. and 3 1/2 mos. and I take care of the 10 hours a day five days a week. I have soooo much fun. I wouldn't change my life for anyone or anything just so I can be with my grandsons. Cherish your time with your grandchildren if you are able, the rewards are so great, just to hear them laugh and knowing they are not in day care and being mistreated. So sorry I could go on and on. I am soooo very blessed