People Will Think You're the Parent.

Beckham has been confused for my son several times before. I have received some looks strolling through the mall, or wherever else we are. Rest assured he is just my nephew, and I will be returning him to his parents as soon as possible.

Hold Them While They Let You

Parents, grandparents, and all the like experience this problem. When kids are small, they will want to be held all day. I now have to beg and plead with Beckham for a hug or for him to let me hold him for a fraction of a second. So, hold them while they are small!

Don't Skip the Birthday

Beckham's first birthday, I skipped a gameday weekend at college to come home. This year due to unfortunate circumstances with COVID, I was able to see him turn two.

Birthdays are such an important part of watching kids grow up. He may not remember that I was there, but I always will.

Always Have Snacks, or be Willing to Share Your Food

Beckham is a bottomless pit when it comes to food. He will never refuse a snack, and if you are eating he will "Mmm" at you until you share. I avoid this by feeding him until we can make fun of his belly. If you ask him to see it, he will usually show it to you.