In all honesty, no one loves or thinks about us as much as our grandmothers do. They are old, wise, and sometimes a little crazy, but certainly the sweetest people alive. Yet, this doesn't imply that they don't amaze us with the most absurd remarks. Here, we have compiled some of the weirdest advice and compliments people heard from their grandmas.
Remember the Special Lady’s Advice
There's no denying that our grandmothers embody the best qualities of humanity—warmth, joy, and love. Nevertheless, they also have their jokes and pranks. It is good to see that many of the seniors can still maintain their sense of humor with a few one-liners that rightfully make the grade.
Even though most people expect their grandparents to be soft and sentimental, this grandchild should consider themself lucky to have received sound guidance while growing up. At times it is impossible to be nice or cautious, so we guess someone is benefiting from this advice. No wonder this grandma's legacy persists.
Here’s an Exceptionally Honest Grandma
When it comes to family, honesty is passed without hesitancy. After all, who else in this world can speak the truth without holding back just because they don't wish to offend you? Some grandmas undoubtedly go to great lengths for their grandkids. This youngster could've been displeased and hurt by her grandmother's remark. Yet, it seems like she too has an incredible sense of humor.
Sincerely, this old lady's pranks were highly consistent. She added the icing on the cake by gifting her granddaughter a real joke book rather than simply saying it with a smile. Well, granny's a sure winner!
Words of an Unrequited Love
A man's stomach is indeed the door to his heart, but what happens when it's empty? This person's post hints that her grandfather is short on time and needs to reply to this issue shortly. She found her grandparents talking about a weird situation, and the discussion soon got out of hand.
Nothing in this world is more unnerving and depressing than being left alone, but this witty grandma knew exactly how to console her husband. Even if she's the first one to depart this life, she claims that her husband would soon be with her after starving for just three weeks.
Playboys for Lovely Grandmother
There are so many instances in life where we feel uncomfortable, amused, or both at the same time because of the elders. So, when the grandma stepped in and asked for some "playboys" from the Walmart staff, we bet the grandchild withstood the sheer awkwardness. Unsurprisingly, the employee and whoever else overheard the discussion also found it to be rather humiliating.
Yet, this grandmother remained unworried thinking she was merely referring to the handheld gaming system. Also, imagine the employee's instant discomfort when the old woman mentioned that her grandson has them. We are glad that all was figured out soon.
Hold Your Horses, Nana
Let's face it, who does not experience such an embarrassing and daunting situation? Well, when you are old and admitted to the hospital, it is not unnatural to get confused often. Anyone might get the wrong idea about a prospective procedure if they are impatient and want to get the entire process over with as soon as possible.
It's a good thing that this old lady had her family's support when she instructed them to leave before the treatment began. Although she misinterpreted the nurse's statement, anyone would've loved to see the reactions of her family members when she said that!
Facing the Storm With Some Lipstick On
We bet you've never thought to wear your makeup to bed for obvious reasons, but there are those days when getting the makeup off before going to bed feels like a chore. Here's a twist. This granny would rather wear her makeup, lipstick especially, to bed just in case a storm blows her house away, and she finds herself on the news.
We'll give it to her to have positive thoughts because if a storm is blowing everything up, it means they might not survive, yeah? But, even if that's the case, a little lipstick never hurt anybody. Right, Nana?
The In-Laws Can't Seem to Agree
A lot of the time, couples seem to have differing views on how many children they want. Those born into huge families will usually have a different inclination from those from small families. Sometimes those with nine siblings want fewer kids, but for this person, the paternal grandma wasn't about to let the couple board that train.
She had 15 kids herself and wanted her son to have as many but her in-law, having been raised with only two other siblings, thought differently. Hopefully, the two mothers agreed to disagree and let their kids make the important decision without any pressure.
Oh! We Bet You Would, Granny
Some folks might not get to experience what having a cool granny is like in this lifetime, but those that have will tell you it's the best. The only catch is you might never be prepared well enough to hear your grandmother drool over some hot guy on the telly, so it might catch you by surprise. It definitely will, the first time and maybe every time after that.
Despite this grandchild being used to it already, it still never brought the weird out of hearing her Nana say out loud that she would let a hot guy she saw on TV eat crackers in her bed! Say what?!
The Secret Ingredient That's Not So Secret
So you have the flu, and who knows best what to drink for a remedy than grandma? Oh wait, you do know a hot toddy should come to your rescue, but since you have no idea how to make it, you go to her for the recipe. It's almost like a rule that every granny has the best recipe for a hot toddy, but who is this girl's grandma?
She told her that she never needed to go past the whiskey because it worked for her - for 90 years, child. Now you know of an effortless quick fix for your nasty flu, don't you?
It's More of Fiction, Nana
Is there anyone a reader hates more than the writer whose book doesn't give what it needs to give? We doubt, and this granny confirms precisely that. While Abraham Lincoln, Vampire Hunter is essentially a biographical action horror mashup novel, she still couldn't fathom why someone would mess with her favorite character in that manner.
The old lady left a scathing review in the same book for her loved ones to find and know that this writer didn't take the time to study Lincoln's character before they wrote about him. Okay, we get it but this particular one is fictional, Nana.
Grandma’s Love for Fries
We are indeed grateful to the person who invented the potato fries, as it is a dish straight out of heaven. So not only children but even adults cannot resist taking more than just a bite of this delicious snack. In the case of this grandmother, also she is more than grateful to get her hands on the fries.
Her appreciation knows no bounds as she publicly shows affection towards the yummy food item instead of showing gratitude towards her granddaughter. We are sure the grandkid must be waiting to receive some appreciation from her granny for being a considerate and affectionate grandchild.
The Final Dish Grandma Style
Smartphones have replaced wired phones, and almost every one of us is glued to our phones all day. We tend to forget we live in the real world and that human interaction is essential for an individual's growth. Even at dinner tables, we are more interested in updating our status on social media or chatting with a friend in a virtual world rather than interacting with the people across us.
The same happened with this grandmother who had been to her grandson's home for dinner with his former lady love. The woman was busy texting the whole night instead of communicating with her partner's granny. Nonetheless, the grandmom had a befitting response to the lady's behavior.
This Grandma Got No Chill
Traveling long distances by road can be equally stressful for the person driving the car and fellow passengers, especially if the intersection has heavy traffic. Some pass their time by playing car games or listening to music. Nonetheless, this grandmother found another way to amuse herself by getting into trouble with other drivers on the road.
It may be entertaining for the granny, but it did not sit well with the others, including the ones accompanying her and others on the road. Fortunately, her actions did not irk the truckers on the highway, and she got away merely with a look of frustration.
A Grandmother’s Bizarre Wish
We are sure most grandparents would avoid talking about their passing away to their preschooler grandkids, let alone speaking about a bizarre wish that this grandmother said. We understand this lady wanted her final rites performed in style while sending a message to her haters but telling her five-year-old grandson about it was a little extreme.
The lady indeed has a great sense of humor, but not at the cost of scarring her grandchild for life. Only, due to the hilarity of this line, it made it to the list of funny grandmom's posts. Nonetheless, our advice is to be careful when speaking around children.
The Spooky Little Grandmother
The love grandparents have for their grandkids is undoubtedly unconditional, and they would go to extreme lengths to protect the little ones. The girl who posted this tweet had a grandmom who wanted to secure her granddaughter's interest alive and even from the afterlife. We assume the spooky threats did work in favor of the lady, and all the boys made sure to treat her nicely.
Well, that is some grandma love the woman would be missing now, assuming that her grandmom isn't alive. We only want to know if she has been haunting the guy friends her granddaughter presently has.
Firing Truth Like No Other
Being old might seem frightening and troublesome, but it can be very chill and relaxing as well. The reason is that old people know that they have lived most of their life, and now they do not have to shift their behavior accordingly to impress other people, something young people do quite often.
This savage grandma took advantage of this very liberty and roasted her son and daughter-in-law in the most creative way. While they say that every person is beautiful, this grandma had other views about her children. She made sure to convey her feelings while praising the couple’s baby so that they won’t feel that bad in the end.
Thirst for Hugh Jackman
The concept of the generation gap is very genuine. Since technology is advancing at such a rapid rate, it becomes very hard for people from previous generations to grab a hold of new gadgets. The people who are the most affected by this are our grandparents.
This poor granny too is having trouble with her computer. Well, that is not the most interesting part of the story. The thing that caught our attention was her reason for getting the computer fixed. Looks like the thirst for Hugh Jackman is not age-restricted and women of all ages feel the same when they see him on screen.
It Is Pretty Disgusting
One should never ever question old people’s opinions. Why? Because they are far more experienced than us and know what they are talking about. This is why we believe that this young girl should not get embarrassed about what her granny said. After all, it was for her own benefit.
So what if the whole restaurant got to hear what they should not have heard? Supposing all eyes were then locked on this girl as she stood up to go to the loo? What if the people got a little disgusted at the mention of a dirty public restroom while they were enjoying their meal? It was all for this young girl’s safety, and it was worth it.
We Never Thought About It
There are many things in the world that we do on a regular basis and never really think about. Some of these things seem pretty pointless, too. This teenager seem to have the same idea when she brought up the topic of cleaning one’s closet. She made a good argument that nobody is going to look inside, so why bother to tidy it up?
Yet, she forgot that she has a savage granny sitting at the table with her. Granny took this opportunity to leave her granddaughter completely speechless by giving the best reply ever. We are sure this little girl would never think twice before cleaning her closet afterward.
We Love Confident Grannies
It might be a little tough to have a good-looking boss around the office. Employees would have a hard time focusing on their tasks as they would be too busy imagining themselves with the boss on a lovely romantic date. Well, let’s just say that employees are not alone in this race, because by the looks of it, this granny is not very far behind.
The old woman judged his looks just by hearing his voice on the phone. This pair of granny and granddaughter must be very close to each other since the grandma did not take two seconds before conveying her wish to the young lady. We found it very cute and we are rooting for this grandma.
Grandma Knows the Best
Children have a special kind of relationship with their grandparents. These seniors might not be that fond of their own kids, but for their grandchildren, they always reserve a special place in their hearts. That, however, does not mean you can fool them with your innocence after mischief because let’s face it, they undoubtedly know us the best.
This lady’s grandma made it a point to remind her grandchild how they are connected, seemingly after a mischief, in a sweet but stern manner. Her argument is that she gave birth to the person who then gave birth to her. We believe one should always listen to one’s grandparents and never push them to the limit.
Texting Might Be a Bit Confusing
It is no secret that the elderly are not good with the latest slang or technology. Despite being very wise, they struggle with getting the hang of new things, and it seems that texting, with all its abbreviations, is extremely confusing for them.
This person’s grandmother responded to the news that another one of her grandchildren got hurt with a LOL. That might seem like an inappropriate response to a bad situation coming from someone who loved you. Yet, the lady explained that grandma’s intentions were good since she thought it meant "lots of love." That’s one more reason to text your grandparents because you get the cutest and funniest responses.
Grandma Has the Best Response to Modern Diets
Ever since the social media boom, everyone has been too conscious of the way they look. The pursuit of outward perfection has pushed people to madness. There are scores of diets out there that guarantee immediate weight loss but end up making you sick.
This grandma knew she had to intervene when one of her grandchildren apparently refused to eat butter because of a diet. She told them that it was a healthy thing and would not harm them in the long run, quoting her friend as an example who always ate real butter and lived a long healthy life.
That’s Inappropriate but So Funny
It is an absolute treat to watch one’s grandparents crack a joke. Sometimes they can be borderline inappropriate but funny nevertheless. This person had the time of their life when they accompanied their grandma to a doctor’s clinic.
Since the grandmother had pain in her stomach, the doctor gave a bit of a push to her belly during the exam. The grandma instantaneously blurted out a joke, asking the doctor to be careful since she was pregnant. Even the doctor jumped in and asked her whose baby she was carrying. Then she replied instantly that it was his. There must have been a burst of laughter in the clinic afterward.
We Did Not Need to Know That
It is undoubtedly a treat when your grandparents come to visit on a family occasion or a holiday. Yet, sometimes those visits end up getting awkward. That’s exactly what happened to this lady when her grandmother came over for Christmas dinner.
The grandmother was looking around the house and saw a beautiful picture of her and her husband from their youthful days. Feeling nostalgic about the day and recalling the memories, she let out a little more than required. We bet she wanted to share a beautiful memory of love with her grandchildren, but instead, it turned into an awkward affair.
No Truer Words From Granny
Many a time when we go through bad situations, we don't have the perfect words to describe how we feel. Although we try our best, but end up using extremely harsh words or inappropriate words.
This granny’s catchphrase seems a little odd, but it makes a lot of sense, and it perfectly describes an awful situation, so we’ll accept it. It reminds us of all the moments when we didn't have the right words to describe how terrible something truly was, but now we do.
Granny Not In Support
When a couple decide to take their relationship to the next stage and move in together, it is usually an exciting step. The excitement triples when it is a happy union that friends and families are rooting for. Regardless, not everyone has nice words to say about the couple.
This grandmother wasn't as thrilled as the others when her granddaughter moved in with her boyfriend. We can't tell if she was happy or not, but predicting the end of the relationship doesn't reflect support.
Rejoice! The Beverage Is Here
Every Christian family or individual has a unique way of saying grace before meals, although it’s almost the same. The usual way is to express gratitude to God for all that we have, thank him for providing food for us, and bless the meal while also recognizing other facets of life.
Well, this grandma’s way of saying grace is different from what we are used to. She's particularly thankful for her beer, and although it seems funny, looks like we like the idea after all.
Grandpa in a Frisky Mood
Alzheimer’s disease is a disorder that affects one’s behavioral skills and cognitive thinking. It can be quite heartbreaking seeing your friend or family suffer from this condition especially if you can't relive past memories together. Regardless, there can be some humorous situations that just temporarily distracts one's mind from the problem.
For instance, this energetic grandpa with Alzheimer's suddenly came to the living room without any clothes on, and everyone was shocked. But it seems grandma wasn't having any of it hence her reaction.
Grandma Might Just Be Right
Extreme flexibility allows body contortionists to twist and turn their bodies into a variety of bizarre positions. Watching these gymnasts can be mind-blowing because not everyone can bend their body into any shape. Hence, we thought this grandma would be more intrigued by this woman's abilities rather than make odd comments.
This lady must have gone through a lot of intense trainings to prepare her body for these stunts, but all granny could focus on was the lady’s ability to attract a man.
Asking for Celery at Midnight
Sometimes, we get hungry at odd hours and when that happens, eating junk is usually the first thing that comes to mind. This is not because junks are more nutritious. Most times, we believe that they are the only thing that can quickly fill our hungry stomachs.
One granny, however, begs to differ. Though asking for celery in the middle of the night may seem absurd and weird, she proves that our minds can be trained to ask for healthy snacks anytime. Still, this doesn't stop us from wondering why, of all healthy food, it was celery she asked for.
Age Is About Attitude
Some people believe that age is about attitude and this grandma best demonstrates this. For the past 30 years, she had lived at the senior highrise. Yet, something in her seemed to have refused to get old which was why she complained about other people being old in their thinking.
Well, it can really be frustrating to live among people older than you. Yet, when younger people start thinking in an outdated fashion, it can be downright annoying. This granny reminds us again that maintaining a youthful and fresh mentality is indeed an asset.
Wise Advice From a Wise Grandma
One great benefit of having grannies around us is that we can draw from their wealth of experience. At times, however, we may not understand the full import of what they're saying until we experience those things ourselves.
This lady's grandma gave her a list of don'ts that includes not dating a musician and not operating a joint bank account. Perhaps, grandma feared that musicians may not make faithful partners or that a joint account could create martial issues. Whatever her reasons, we believe that there's some wisdom behind her advice.
Mad Dogs and Englishmen
Grannies often give very practical and sincere advice. Some may sound humorous and only relevant for a time that is now in the past. Still, there's no denying the fact that hidden in grandma's pieces of advice are salient truths that can't be ignored.
This lady's grandmother advised her to wear good shoes to enable her to run away from mad dogs and Englishmen. Well, we know that mad dogs are not an everyday sight, and meeting an Englishman could change your life for good. Maybe, grandma wasn't advising against literal mad dogs and humans. Perhaps, she was only advising the lady to stay safe and out of trouble.
Watering Down Her Water
Occasionally, it's best to let people be, even when they say weird and illogical things. This can help you avoid an argument with your granny when she says something that clearly doesn't make sense.
When ice is used in a drink, it melts and dilutes the drink. This granny, however, borrowed this idea verbatim and refused to put some ice in her water because—you guessed right—the ice would water down her water. Funny, right? So, how do you go about telling her that ice and water are just the same substance in different states? Better leave her alone. Granny must have her concentrated water.