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Judging from the contents of my in-box, pediatricians are much sought after. And while I love the idea of "going for it," patients (and parents) should be aware that when they ask out their doctor, they place this person in a tough spot.

Dear Amy:

I saw something of myself in the letter from "Angela" -- the young grandmother who was embarrassed.

I was 42 when I became "Grama." At first I didn't want anyone to know I was a grandmother -- like her, I thought I was too young and people would think differently about me.

But I love my grandkids, and they bring such joy to my life that I am now proud to tell everyone about them.

The comment I get most often is, "You look so young to be a grandmother!"

My favorite response is that I am too young to be a grandmother but I'm enjoying every minute of it!

Proud Grama Michele

Many young grandparents have written in to urge "Angela" to enjoy her youth -- and her grandkids.

Write to Amy Dickinson ataskamy@tribune.comor Ask Amy, Chicago Tribune, TT500, 435 N. Michigan Ave., Chicago, Ill. 60611.

2006by the Chicago Tribune Distributed by Tribune Media Services Inc.

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