\u201cThey taught me that love and forgiveness were both foundations of family.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
There\u2019s often something incredibly special about the relationships we have with our grandparents. It\u2019s like they can \u201cget us\u201d in a way that no one else can, especially when we\u2019re young and just learning about the world. If we\u2019re lucky, their impact can leave a permanent impression on our lives distinct from all others.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
On Facebook, Upworthy asked our readers, \u2018What\u2019s the most valuable lesson your grandparents taught you?\u201d The answers, (of which there are hundreds!), ranged from wholesome to practical to downright hilarious. The theme that bound many of the comments was not just love, but absolute, undying respect.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
One Facebook user writes, \u201cMy grandmother impressed upon me the importance of an education, helpfulness, but my personal favorite is to stir a pot of sauce with a wooden spoon instead of metal. To this day, I keep a drawer with at least 8 wooden spoons.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Many commenters shared advice from both grandparents. One wrote, \u201cGrandfather taught me how to make apple cider, about brook trout behavior\/fly fishing, how to be quiet and why. Grandmother how to bake \u2013 always add a dollop of sour cream to any baked chocolate recipe, about herbal teas, oatmeal is a good way to start your day.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Another Facebook user shared wisdom with an fun twist, writing, \u201cGrandma: Don\u2019t let anyone push you around. Grandpa: Treasure time with those you love and hold on to the good memories. Nana: There\u2019s a little Witch (Wise Woman, Healer, etc..) in every woman.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In this case, a reader shares money and healthtips from their elders: \u201cMy grandpa always told me to spend good money on the items that go between you and the earth, buy good quality shoes, mattress, and tires. My grandma always called healing food \u2018penicillin\u2019 example chicken noodle soup was Jewish penicillin, and green chili was Mexican penicillin. She was so sweet and adorable and I loved all the \u2018penicillin\u2019 she made.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
A strong memory of mine is that my Polish paternal grandpa would stick coins on his head. For some reason, they would adhere without glue and it would make us kids laugh uproariously. Many on Facebook shared similar ways their grandparents would have fun with them:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
One shares, \u201cMy grandpa taught me how to build a path to get my marbles into the opposite side to win the game in Chinese checkers. Not really life-altering but we had fun and I remember many of the things he did to show me love and build my confidence.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cDon\u2019t flip your dentures around to terrify toddlers.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cFunny here: \u2018You make a better door than a window.\u2019 Aka, don\u2019t stand in front of the TV.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Many can relate to certain one-word attributes imparted on us by our grandparents. Readers shared those, as well:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cHonor, Resilience, Gumption & Grace,\u201d writes one.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Another shares, \u201cReuse, repurpose, and recycle.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This Facebook user beautifully relays, \u201cThey taught me love and forgiveness were both foundations of family.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
And from a medical standpoint: \u201cTake good care of your teeth and take good care of your feet.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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