What a truly wonderful gift from your grandfather.... and I don't only mean the goodies you received in the mail.... I mean that you are able to receive guidance from a talented artist (I have visited his videos). Take all the guidance you can get from him while you can, because one day it will not be there. If you don't take advantage of it now, one day you could kick yourself.
Best of luck in learning this new technique!
Yes, I am very spoilt, hahahah... you are right, the gifts were precious but even more so the guidance and warmth of a grandpa is priceless .... Thank you for such thoughtful reflections <3 I really appreciate it ! <3