Life Lesson from Grandmother

My 97 year old grandmother phoned me today. I love these phone calls because we talk weather, my weight (to skinny) my hair (to long) and my life (still single). I always get a piece of advice whether I want it or not. I could write an entire book on what this woman has taught me. She still lives in her own apartment in Penticton, she cooks her own meals and she still makes it to walmart to get all of the things she needs. People watching is a passion. Approaching a century she is feisty, fabulous, and loves the salt shaker. I can't remember her looking any different than she does now. She would still have the same day dress as she did 20 years ago if she had not lost it in a fire. One of the greatest lessons she has taught me is her complete satisfaction with life. We talked about what she would do if she won millions. She didn't even have to think about it, She said " I wouldn't change a thing". She would still live in the same apartment, she has all the clothes she needs, and she likes buying items on sale, its wasteful otherwise. I asked her if she would like to travel. Travel? Ha, she came across the prairies in a model T, that was enough for her. She would give it all away and wouldn't keep a penny. I think this wise old bird just gave me her secret to life, simplicity, contentment and salt.