On the second day of Tet, a touching story unfolded in Phu Tho about deep sisterly love. Nguyen Son Hai (31 years old) and his family visited his grandmother, Nguyen Thi Khuyen (85 years old). In the warm family atmosphere, the elderly lady unexpectedly expressed her wish to visit her 90-year-old sister, Nguyen Thi Chuyen, whom she missed despite her declining health.
When hearing their mother mention her sister, everyone in the house was surprised. “This year, your aunt turns 90. Let’s take her to visit Aunt Chuyen,” said Grandma Khuyen with emotion. Before leaving, she turned to her husband and asked, “May I go visit my sister for a while?” This made everyone laugh at her cuteness.
Son Hai carries his grandmother from the house to the entrance to prepare for the visit (Photo provided by the subject).
Aunt Chuyen lives about 8km away. When she saw her sister come to visit with a cane, the 90-year-old was overjoyed and went out to greet her at the door. The two sisters held hands and chatted happily as if they were young again. They reminisced about their shared childhood, cutting grass, and the tough times during wartime, sharing stories for over 30 minutes.
Aunt Chuyen warmly welcomes her sister at the door (Photo provided by the subject).
Although they enjoyed staying together, Grandma Khuyen had to leave to avoid disorientation at night. She promised to visit again soon. This simple meeting not only brought great joy to both grandmothers but also served as a valuable lesson in familial bonds for future generations.
Secrets to Longevity from Two Grandmothers
According to Son Hai, Grandma Khuyen and her husband lead a very healthy and scientific lifestyle. Every morning at 5 AM, they wake up, clean themselves, have breakfast, and walk around the house to exercise. Lunch is at 10 AM, and dinner ends at 4 PM. Afterward, they rest early.
“The secret to longevity is simply living a virtuous life, being cheerful, and always content with what you have,” Son Hai said about his grandmother.
Grandma Khuyen (left) chats warmly with her 90-year-old sister (Photo provided by the subject).
Lessons in Family Love and Filial Piety
Son Hai works in Hanoi and rarely has the chance to visit his grandmother. However, he cherishes many fond memories of her, especially one from 20 years ago when she secretly gave him money and told him, “Don’t tell your mother; she’ll scold me.”
In Hai’s eyes, his grandmother is a model of kindness. Despite interacting with people of all ages, he has never met anyone as gentle as her. Even his strict grandfather was moved by her patience and gentleness.
In 2023, Grandma Khuyen faced a serious illness due to slow heartbeats and enlarged lungs, requiring two months of hospitalization. Her memory declined significantly, but her cherished memories of her sister remained vivid.
Conclusion
The heartwarming spring visit between the two grandmothers aged 85 and 90 has garnered special attention online. Many people admire the enduring bond between Grandma Khuyen and Grandma Chuyen. This beautiful story of family love serves as a reminder to cherish moments with loved ones.
Let’s wish for the continued good health and happiness of these two grandmothers, who remain a source of inspiration for future generations.
Photos provided by the subjects in the article.
