Grandpa Yuri!
This year, 9 years after you have passed away, I am graduating from a good college, with multiple degrees in Engineering, Aeronautics, and Technical Management. I have been working as an engineer now as well!
My heart tells me you would be very proud, and of course, this gives my life very strong meaning and purpose. Needless to say, priding myself on your knowledge and achievements has helped me believe in myself in some of the most challenging times these past 9 years.
I continue to think about you every day, and I always strive to be as good as you were in everything you've ever done; in work, in family, and in life.