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Girl and Her Grandpa Go to College Together, Sparking Inspiration
In a heartwarming twist of fate, 18-year-old Emma Thompson is kicking off her freshman year at Palo Alto College—alongside her 82-year-old grandfather, Jack Ramirez. Now, that’s a family achievement that deserves a round of applause!
According to Buzzfeed, Emma affectionately refers to Jack as her best friend, and she couldn’t be more thrilled to share the college experience with him. “It just gives me extra motivation to keep pushing forward,” she shared. “Seeing my grandpa pursue his education makes me realize how important it is to learn and achieve great things, just like he did.”
And she’s not the only one inspired; people across social media are buzzing about this dynamic duo. However, Jack insists he’s not out here trying to be a beacon of inspiration for anyone. “I’m just living my life and finishing what I started decades ago,” he remarked.
Jack dabbled in college back in the 1950s, but life—marriage, kids, you know the drill—interrupted his academic journey. Now, after a 60-year hiatus, he’s back to finish what he started, and he’s doing it with one of his grandchildren at his side. “Last June, he cheered for me as I graduated high school, and now I get to support him as he walks across the college stage,” Emma beamed. “I just wish he could stay in school longer! It’s been a blast.”
And the man isn’t stopping anytime soon! Once he wraps up his associate degree, Jack has his sights set on his bachelor’s degree. Talk about energy and ambition! If only we could all muster up half his drive when we hit his age.
So, if you’re ever feeling lazy, just remember this inspiring story—or the one about the 11-year-old science prodigy taking classes at the University of Toledo—and maybe think twice about lounging in your pajamas until noon.
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In summary, Emma and Jack’s story is a reminder of the power of education and the bonds of family. As they embark on this journey together, they inspire us all to chase our dreams, no matter our age.