Grandma, how are you? Have you had dinner yet? What are you doing now? I deliver newspapers every day and go to school. Today is October 20th—Vietnam Women’s Day. Today, I want to express the love that I usually can’t put into words to you.
A year and a half has passed since I came to Japan. It’s almost two years since I’ve been away from my family. Time flies by so quickly. Although I haven’t seen you for a long time, I always remember you. I want to say thank you to you so much. ‘Grandma, thank you, thank you, thank you.’
Since I was a baby, I have been living with you. After school, you used to come to pick me up in the evening. When I was in the fourth grade, my father passed away from cancer, and I was so shocked that I couldn’t study. At that time, you encouraged and supported me, and I was able to recover. Since then, you have been strict yet kind, teaching me various things. I believe I have grown up well because of you.
On the day of my university entrance exam, you took me to Ho Chi Minh City. When the glittering city appeared before my eyes, I realized that I would have to leave you.
When I became a university freshman, I started living alone. At that time, we talked a lot on the phone. On the day I graduated from university, you said ‘Congratulations’ with a happy face. You have always been by my side during the important moments of my life.
When I said I wanted to go to Japan, you always supported me. You gave me your small savings.
Since coming to Japan, I often call you. When I got sinusitis, you were worried about me. Now that I’m 25, I can solve problems and deal with stress on my own. So, you don’t need to worry about me anymore. Now it’s my turn to worry about you.
Since grandfather passed away last year, you have been living alone. You must feel very lonely sometimes. So please meet your friends and go on trips. I want to see you happy every day.
Time keeps passing, and you are getting older. The wrinkles are increasing. The thought of everyone getting older and dying is scary, but just the thought of you becoming like that is frightening.
Grandma, you have spent your life for your grandchildren and children. I want to say ‘Thank you, thank you, thank you,’ ‘I love you very much.’ I hope you stay healthy forever.
From your loving grandchild.