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Dear Grandpa,
I was away at a competition during Thanksgiving and didn't have the time to write this letter of gratitude. I have many things in my heart that I want to tell you.
Thank you for your support! Since I was little, it has always been you who accompanied me through life. I am now a fourteen-year-old high school student. You have worked hard over these fourteen years. I have grown up, and you have aged. But in my eyes, you will always be the most handsome, most capable grandpa.
I remember the days when I was living in Vermont as a child. Mom and Dad were very busy with work and often came home late at night. When they were not home, it was always you who stayed with me, reading me Chinese storybooks. When I was sick, it was you who stayed by my side and prepared food for me. Moreover, the meals you cooked are the best in the world. Every day, you prepared breakfast, lunch, and dinner for us. Even when you were not feeling well, you never stopped.
From the first day I attended Chinese school, it was you who were responsible for sending my sister and me to school on time. Every Saturday morning, you help us with dictation of new characters. Without you, I definitely wouldn't be able to speak such good Chinese. Thank you for growing up with me! I will study Chinese diligently. Wishing you good health and happiness!
Your granddaughter, Xie Huizhen
Thank you to Teacher Li Shuhong for recommending this article.
