Grandparents

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Last night I had a discussion with a friend about the importance of grandparents. You see, my friend was raised in a different state than the older generations of her family and didn't understand the beauty that comes of having present grandparents. I began telling her all of reasons I love having grandparents around. I found myself filled with joy for the memories and gratitude for the chances to know my grandparents well. Even imagining my life without grandparents is heartbreaking. I have grown up in the same small town as my extended family, with all four of my grandparents attending every recital, concert, awards show, school function, etc throughout my life.

Grandparents hold your family history. They are often the closest tangible direct connection you have to your family's past. (Unless you're lucky enough to have great-grandparents, of course!!) Because of their choices and their parents choices, and on and on down the line, you were created.

So, next time you get to see Granny or Gramps give them a great big hug and thank them for every decision they made that led to you being on this earth now. And remember, one quarter of you comes entirely from them!

Thanks, grandparents!