72. Ode to My Grandmother︱A Life of Love, Strength, Grace, and Wisdom

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As I weave through the cherished memories of my grandmother's 91-year long life, a poignant tapestry of love, strength, and wisdom unfurls. Her time as a telegraph operator, her exceptional marriage, and the life lessons she embedded in the fabric of our family's history are stories I hold close to my heart. In this intimate episode, I invite you into our family circle to celebrate her legacy, sharing how she transformed the scarcity of her youth into a life rich with abundance and leadership—principles that she instilled in us through her exceptional culinary delights and her daily embodiment of grace and resilience.
Embark on a journey that travels through the art of connection, as we remember a grandmother whose calligraphy-like handwriting in letters and cards became the glue that kept our family bound across distances. Her global perspective and the courage to stand firm in her convictions are pillars of the character she cultivated within us. This episode also contrasts the diverse marital dynamics within our lineage, distilling the essence of trust and love's transformative power. Wrapping up with a tender reflection inspired by "The Little Prince," we unveil the wisdom that our most treasured relationships, much like the rose that is dear to the Little Prince, are those we have nurtured with our hearts. Join us as we honor the indelible mark these matriarchs have left on our lives, and perhaps find a reflection of your own family's matriarchs in the stories shared.
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1. Ode to My Grandmother (00:00:00)

2. 1. Everything can be figured out after you eat something. (00:05:53)

3. 2. Scarcity and abundance is a mindset shift (00:06:36)

4. 2. Do the hard things first (00:08:33)

5. 4. Never compare yourself to others, and set high goals for yourself (00:09:16)

6. 5. You can learn anything if you are willing to put in the time and effort into things (00:10:39)

7. 6. Diligence and consistency are learned skills, and they will take you further in life (00:12:18)

8. 7. If you are uncertain about something, 
phone a friend (00:14:37)

9. 8. It is important to have a family-wide and worldwide perspective (00:15:46)

10. 9. Create your own convictions and don’t be afraid to voice them (00:16:30)

11. 10. Attitude and character are important (00:16:52)

12. 11. Love makes the world a better place (00:18:07)

13. The Importance of the Heart - The Little Prince (00:21:30)