Sandwich generation

There is a term called Sandwich generation. This term stands for those couples who find themselves not only taking care of their children, but also their own parents. My parents are dealing with this right now in their lives. They have one child who still lives at home, and my dad's father now lives in their care. I have seen negative and positive affects from this situation. I will focus on the positive. I have really seen the family come together, not only my own siblings with our parents, but my dad's family in particular. Since Grandpa has moved in, not only have I watched dad and grandpa grow but we have the other siblings in my dad's family come and visit. Which in my life time is extremely shocking. Dad's side of the family is small but rarely seen or heard of. I didn't really know my dad's parents well at all, but for some reason helping care for my grandpa and listening to him and Dad tell stories made everything so real. My dad's siblings now come to our house to see Grandpa, which makes it easier to spend time with them and get to know them. Both of my parents have learned some new skills in taking care of grandpa, and they have come together often when they need to switch roles and have dad watch grandpa for a day. Service keeps popping up everyday, including me finally being able to serve my mom when she needs to run errands or take a nap. It's been a great challenge that has opened many opportunities for growth in my family and extended family.