There is no one in this world quite like Nonna. She is the definition of unconditional love and would do truly anything for her family. Below you will find 21 things that Nonnas do!
1. Sit last at dinner because they’re too busy serving everyone else
2. Worry about everyone in the family
3. Tell you to put on socks/slippers
4. Rarely go out to eat
5. Never want gifts from anyone, all they want is their family
6. Always make you take leftovers
7. Put everyone before themselves
8. Cook for 50 even if they’re feeding 4
9. Ask where you are going / with who
10. Tell you to get off of your cellphone
11. Always try to give you money by doing that one “handshake” where they slip $20 in your hand
12. Ask if you ate as soon as you walk in the door
13. Tell you they’re going to make you a little snack, and then put out a four-course meal
14. Tell you to bring a jacket even if it’s 80 degrees out
15. Bring out a coffee cake and make a fresh pot of coffee/ espresso every time company comes over
16. Keep things in the pantry long after they have expired
17. Tell the story of how they met your Nonno many times
18. Call their children at least twice a day
19. Work hard always, they could be 88 and still hosing down the driveway
20. Cherish the little things in life
21. Start cooking very early in the morning, especially on Sundays
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So true! And, the tradition is passed down to daughters, granddaughters etc.