with my grandpa. - Sep. 19, 2023

I've been back at my parents's home since yesterday. I always go to my grandpa's home and burn incense to my grandma's Buddhist alter. It's my routine whenever I vist there. This time, he asked me "Do you want to drink beer?." "Sure, why not?", I answered. He had his usual sweet potato shochu with hot water. We drank togather with Sashimi, Tempura of Renkon (it's a lotus root) and sauted tuna.
We talked about various things, like updates on our lives and plans during my visit. We even had a sort of life counseling session. He gave me some golden advice:

1. Don't be late.
2. Don't make excuses.
3. Greet people.

He said that things usually go well if you keep these three things in mind. He encourages me, telling me that what I'm doing now is my choice, so I should take charge of it and do my best.

He usually nags and talks for a long time, but I love him just the way he is. May he stay lively forever!