Stay Young

My grandfather said to me last night, "Stay young Heather. Don't ever grow old." At first I wasn't sure what he meant, or rather I  assumed he meant that growing old wasn't any fun because of all the aches and pains or heartache that comes with it...so avoid it if you can. After a few minutes of studying his expression, I realized what he actually meant was, stay young at heart. I knew then that he was trying to tell me to keep laughing, stay lighthearted and have fun in life no matter what. In other words, not to let your heart attitude grow old. There is no greater example of this to me than my grandfather!

I laugh more with my grandparents than almost anyone I'm around. At 82, still young at heart, they provide a great example for how to live wisely make the most of life. I forget that a lot of older people are grumpy, complaining and sedentary. Not my grandparents; They hardly let difficulties get to them. Not only that, but they live with zeal as if life were just beginning...not like it's about to end.
It isn't like they haven't experienced hard times, heartache or physical ailments. They've had more than their share of those. Still, I am constantly amazed at the attitude with which they choose to endure life's hardships. Even in their low points, they give glory to God, speak His promises and think positively.

It's a challenge...to me, to my generation and those who succeed us. May this legacy be granted to generations that come.