A grandmother, a person who has lived to see more than just one generation, continually inspired by change, the love spread by her to her family is unimaginable. Grandmothers around the world, bring a feelings of joy and happiness. Grandmothers make it seem like getting an opportunity to meet their grandchildren is undoubtedly the most significant event in their life. When grandchildren pay a visit from distant lands or even neighbouring homes, they turn into Michelin star chefs preparing several homely delicacies with a signature smile on their face.
Even during times of distress, anguish, sadness or even when experiencing pain, they look hopeful and calm.
Sadly, as they begin aging, they tend to suffer from debilitating illnesses. So make sure, you spend productive and fruitful time with these people who live only for a short period but provide lessons worth a lifetime.
My grandmother, was old but healthy. Despite a nagging slipped disc, she was always active, smiling. Teaching me that life has a lot more to give than just suffering in agony. She showed me that values of simplicity and compassion are the most important.
Recently, she lost a battle fighting a debilitating tumour, which slowly saw an end to her life. Her death has made a huge impact on my life. She was one of the people, other than my mother, who brought hope, motivation and love in my life.
When grandmothers pass away, the feeling of losing a significant treasure creeps in.
People only seem to understand the importance of the treasure that grandmothers are, only when they lose them. Let’s value our treasures while we still have them in our lives.
- The reader is a student based in Dubai.
