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Jack Jackson's avatar

Thank you for this. You helped me be a better person today. That’s an exceptional gift.

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Melissa Mistretta's avatar

Wow, that's an honor. Thanks so much for the wonderful compliment, Jack.

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Stone Bryson's avatar

Wow, Melissa - this story has some powerful, underlying depth to it; damned fine work.

Also? Your grandpa is friggin’ awesome! Give him a salute from me, a random stranger in the Internet… 🫡

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Melissa Mistretta's avatar

Wow, thank you so much, Stone! Yeah, my grandpa is pretty friggin' awesome. He'll enjoy the salute (although he might be somewhat confused by the 'random stranger on the Internet' idea).

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Jim in Alaska's avatar

Tell me about it.

Ah if I could only be 84 again knowing what I know now. ;-)

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Melissa Mistretta's avatar

Haha! That's pretty much life in a nutshell, isn't it?

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Jim in Alaska's avatar

Yep. GRIN

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Ian Simbotin's avatar

This is such a great little story... Well, it's more than a story... I wish his health were better; it's a good thing you go see him often.

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Melissa Mistretta's avatar

I wish the same thing, but life is strange. Maybe if circumstances were different these daily visits wouldn't be happening. Not sure, but it's a thought. Thanks so much for reading, Ian!

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albert venezio's avatar

Real Truth in the Real world Melissa! Thank you for sharing.

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Melissa Mistretta's avatar

Thank you so much, Albert! :)

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Charlotte Pendragon's avatar

Beautiful! My life has always been blessed with elder family in my life. My father sired me when he was 54 and passed away at 90. Being younger allowed me an early glimpse into the daily life of seniors. Thank you Melisa 💗💜💗

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Melissa Mistretta's avatar

Thank you so much, Charlotte. Your time with your father must have been a blessing.

My mom had me when she was 40, and growing up, I always had an older family than most people. It’s definitely shaped the way I look at the world.

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Charlotte Pendragon's avatar

Yes, I think it really shapes your world a little different. I’ve always been aware of the needs of the elderly. I’m 70, so I’ve been more aware of my own schedule and the importance of keeping a regular one. My Daddy lived into his 90’s because my nurse Mom’s kept him on a daily plan and only slightly altered it when they left town. Fortunately, his own health was good up until then end when cancer specialists talked him into radiation treatment for a cancer on his neck. That was the best of his last chapter. Thank God it it was a short one.

Big hug! 🤗💖🤗

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Jenn's avatar

So sweet and sad, too. Life is sure strange. I enjoyed reading about your visits with your beloved grandpa, thanks for sharing.

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Melissa Mistretta's avatar

That’s for sure! Thank you so much for reading, Jenn.

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Melissa Mistretta's avatar

Definitely! Thanks so much, Bob.

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