How did Al Roker describe becoming a grandfather?

Al Roker’s Granddaughter, Sky, Is So Precious in Her Easter Dress (PICS)

It’s not every day that a cherished moment captures the hearts of many, but Al Roker, the beloved weatherman from “TODAY,” did just that. With the arrival of Easter, Roker shared a series of heartwarming photos, giving fans a sneak peek into his first Easter celebration as a grandfather. The star of these photos was none other than Roker’s adorable granddaughter, Sky, dressed in her Easter best.

First Easter with Sky

The photos posted on Instagram by Roker on March 31 overflow with love and joy. One can see Al standing proudly outside a church, holding little Sky, who looks angelic in a white and blue dress. The happiness on Al’s face is undeniable as he stands with his family, including his wife, Deborah Roberts, and his children, Nick, 21, and Leila, 25. The scene is one of pure family bliss, with everyone gathered to celebrate this special occasion.

But the Easter celebration wasn’t just about the precious photos. Al and his family enjoyed a delightful meal together, boasting an “amazing” leg of lamb, accompanied by sides of sweet potato puree, roasted Brussels sprouts, brown rice, and salad. “Been awhile since I made an Easter meal. Having family around makes the effort all the more worth it,” Al expressed.

The Magic of Grandfatherhood

Just one week into his role as a grandfather, Al described the experience as “magical.” During a segment on “TODAY,” he shared, “Everybody tells you that it’s going to be this thing and you don’t know — it’s like when they tell you about having your first child. And then, to hold this little girl knowing that 30, almost 35 years ago, I held her mom. And here she is… and she’s just perfect.”

In October, Roker’s apartment transformed into a temporary nursery when Sky came over for an overnight stay. The challenges of caring for a 3+ month old were quickly remembered by Al, who humorously noted, “24 hours without a shower. Whew!” Yet, the joy of grandfatherhood outweighed any challenges. Sharing a picture of disassembled baby bottles drying on a counter, Roker joked, “It’s been a while since I had this setup going on in the kitchen. Good to know I can still do this. Like riding a bike. But, I get to give the bike back to the owners.”

A New Chapter

Al Roker’s journey into grandfatherhood has been a delightful spectacle for fans and followers. Through his sharing of special moments, like Sky’s first Easter, Roker invites us all into the heartfelt emotions and newfound happiness that accompany this new chapter in his life. Indeed, becoming a grandparent is a unique and magical experience, as Al so loveably demonstrates.

As Al Roker opens his heart and home to his granddaughter, Sky, his experiences remind us of the joy that family brings and the endless love that binds them together. Surely, there will be many more precious moments to come, and if we’re lucky, Al will continue to share these beautiful snippets of his life as a proud “Pop-Pop” with the world.