My granddaughter was graduating from college. I made her a crochet blanket — it was all I could afford. Her other grandma gifted her a brand-new car. My granddaughter didn’t even notice my gift. I felt so small, so invisible, and quietly left the party early with tears burning in my eyes. That night, I sat in my chair staring at the empty spot where the blanket had been, wondering if handmade love could ever compete with shiny keys and horsepower.
My heart ached — maybe she would never understand. The next day, a knock came at my door. There she was, clutching the blanket tightly to her chest, her eyes red from crying. “Grandma,” she whispered, “I’m so sorry. Yesterday was overwhelming, but I need you to know this means more than the car ever will.”
