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[quote=Anonymous]You can't force a relationship.  Do your children have other grandparents that are more involved or interested? I certainly wouldn't actively prevent a relationship and I would make the effort so that time can be spent together, but grandparents are who they are and can choose what to make or not of that role.

One of our sets sounds similar to yours, sits on the couch, doesn't really interact with the kids, complains about everything, etc. The other set couldn't be more interested in getting down on the floor and playing, reading until they are hoarse, rolling out Play Doh over and over, etc. With the former set, I just keep at it, inviting, having them visit, etc., but they aren't going to change. The kids figure it out. At nearly 6, our oldest is very clear that she prefers the latter set, doesn't understand why the former set never seem interested in what she has to say and has pretty much given up on attempting to get their attention. I feel sad for them because they made that choice, but am happy for my child that she at least has one set that she has a great bond with.[/quote]

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