You have a wonderful view of life and a Great way with words 😉
I think our mindset is what shapes us, how we decide to go forward after making mistakes or so.
We learn from it and we grow, I Wouldn't change things myself eather, but like you I would also have hugged my grandparents more and lived more in the moments.

You said it well, and same with the Age. You had a cute nickname but I understand that it made you feel old. I had a nickname that my mom always calls me and I love it...
However.. If others call me that I feel like Im 5 again 😁 Lol

In swedish we say SNÄCKAN
In english its Shell

Its a common swedish nickname for family.

Thank you for sharing and have a wonderful week. Cheers 🌸