I have thought about writing this post for a while and decided to finally take the time to do it.
My grandmother, whom I refer to as Oma because she is German and that is what we call our grandmothers, is 91 years old. She may not be as strong physically but mentally she is doing great. I am very thankful to have her because she encourages me and prays for me. She does not have internet or an email address, which is totally fine with me. I communicate with her through letters, which I actually prefer over email or other written communication because a lot of thought and time went into it. I always get excited when I get a letter from my grandmother. She has been living on her own for 28 years now, but is still independent and able to get around town.
I always like visiting her because she has something positive to tell me every time I come. She encouraged me when my grades were not that great during my middle and high school years and told me that I had many other talents that I could use. She also has many stories to tell. Last summer, when I visited Germany, she told my siblings and me how she and our grandfather met. She also shared the postcards he sent during WWII while he was a POW in Russia. We also learned a little bit about his family. I love learning about my family's history, and especially when I can hear it first hand and can ask questions.
I also admire her for her faith because she always prays and goes to church. She has a lot of wisdom to share that a person can only have if they have lived a long life, and she sure has.
