Dear Future Grandkid: Read This When You Miss Me

Let’s be honest — the internet is going to outlive us all.

So instead of just leaving behind blurry photos of your lunch and your dog dressed as a taco, what if you left behind something more meaningful? Something funny, human, heartfelt — like a letter to your future grandkid.

That’s where the digital memorial comes in. Think of it like a love letter to the future. A story time they can read when they miss you, or just need to remember they come from a long line of weirdos with good hearts.

Why Write to Your Future Grandkid?

Because someone is going to miss you one day. They’ll want to know more than your birth date and that you made a mean lasagna. They’ll want to hear your voice, your memories, your weird jokes. And sure, they’ll have your Instagram — but wouldn’t it be better to leave something a little more… you?

You don’t need to be poetic. Or deep. Or even grammatically correct. You just have to be real.

Ideas to Get You Started

Not sure what to say? Here’s some inspiration to jog your memory — and your nostalgia.

1. “Back in My Day…” Stories (But the Fun Kind)

• “We used to rent movies. From a store. And if someone else got there first? Too bad.”

• “Phones had cords. And if you wanted to call someone? You memorized their number.”

• “We had to rewind tapes before returning them. Be kind, rewind!”

• "You couldn't make a phone call and use the internet at the same time."

  
  

2. Family Moments They’ve Never Heard About

• “Your dad once made a science fair volcano that exploded and covered everyone in red paint"

• “At your aunt’s wedding, Grandma did the worm. In heels.”

• “You come from a long line of people who laugh until they snort.”

  
  

3. Your Music, Your Movies, Your World

• “If you ever find an album called Rumours by Fleetwood Mac — sit down and listen. Twice.”

• “Yes, I once waited in line at midnight for a Harry Potter book. Worth it.”

• “We danced to music you could feel in your chest — not just hear with your ears.”

  
  

4. Food That Doesn’t Exist Anymore (But Should)

• “There used to be a cereal called French Toast Crunch. It tasted like Saturday mornings.”

• “Dunkaroos were cookies you dipped in frosting. Childhood in a plastic tub.”

• “We microwaved popcorn in paper bags, and it was magic.”

  
  

5. Things That Made You Feel Alive

• “Riding my bike without training wheels felt like flying.”

• “We'd build blanket forts that took over the whole living room.”

• “Snow days. Pajamas. Hot cocoa. Enough said.”

• "Bringing home piles of books from the library. All piling on the couch, and reading them together until every book had been read."

6. If You Ever Need Advice…

• “If you're heartbroken, go outside. The sky will remind you you're small, and that's a comfort.”

• “Marry the person who makes you laugh when you're stressed and folds the laundry without being asked.”

• “Don’t worry about being cool. Worry about being kind.”

What If I’m Not a Good Writer?

Perfect. That means it’ll sound like you. It doesn’t have to be long or polished. Think of it like texting the future — but with more soul.

You could write:

“Dear future grandkid, I once ate an entire cake by myself. (It was carrot cake-the best cake ever). Love you.”

Or:

“If you’re reading this, I probably annoyed your parents a lot. Sorry not sorry.”

Start Your Digital Letter Today

You can use a digital memorial platform to leave behind letters, videos, photos, and stories for the people who come after you. It’s not just about being remembered — it’s about being known.

Write it now, while you're still delightfully weird, wise-ish, and wonderfully alive.

One Day, They’ll Be Grateful

They might not know it yet. But someday, your words will be a treasure chest they never want to stop opening. So go on — be the ancestor you wish you had.

We want to hear from you! Share a sentence or two from your digital letter! What will you be known for?