If you're lucky enough to have your grandfather still around, you might find yourself listening to his epic football or war story for the 100th time, or you could just be on the receiving end of a hilarious text message.
Click through for 15 #grandpatexts that made us LOL.
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Send Help! Or Nestlé!
Because there's no situation that can't be fixed with chocolate.
TMI
This was more than anyone ever needed to know about their grandparents' relationship.
What Are the Kids Using for Bread These Days?
Even 2000 miles away, Grandpa figured there might be some new sandwich trends he was missing out on.
Status Update
Either Grandpa just had a life-and-death experience, or this is his passive way of telling you to call him more.
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A PSA From Pop
Better late than never with those alerts, Grandpa!
;)
Brace yourself for winky smiles from Grandpa all the time now.
A Secret Message
Grandpa learned how to encrypt his messages without any fancy computer software.
Practice Makes Perfect
He's still trying to get the hang of this texting business.
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Autocorrect Strikes Again
Thank goodness for the clarification!
Wait, Sharks?
Something seems off about Grandpa's weather forecast.
Here's Everything Grandpa Wanted to Say
Because a text message is like an answering machine, right?
She Said She Was Busy
She doesn't have time to wait for the next letter, Grandpa.
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Whoops
Multitasking isn't Grandpa's forte.
He's Proud of You
Way to bring back that expression, Grandpa!
Is This Thing Working?
Seriously, Grandpa needs to know.