'Grandma Stand' Brings Hugs and Advice to Texas Town

This might be one of the most heartwarming things I have seen in a while. A "grandma stand" is set up in McKinney, Texas, during the holiday season and has turned into a huge hit over the years. I mean, what is not to love about this concept?

Meet Grandma Nancy from McKinney, Texas.

The TikTok below shows one of the grandmas who is named Nancy, and gives her insight on what a grandma is. She states that "grandmas are non-judgmental people and loving, as a rule." The overall message from this grandma is, "choose love."

@cbsnewstexasThis holiday season, the City of McKinney is offering something a little different from the usual lights and festivities. The Grandma Stand began in 2012 on the streets of New York City, created by Mike Matthews and inspired by his 95-year-old grandmother, Eileen. Matthews continues the tradition memory of Eileen, incorporating her favorite color, purple, and expanding the stand to new cities.♬ original sound - CBS News Texas

According to localprofile.com, the idea started in New York back in 2012 and evolved across the United States, including McKinney, Texas. The article points out that a simple interaction with "grandma" can change to whole tone and direction of an entire day.

Someone should start a 'grandma stand' in Victoria.

I feel that this is something that would be a huge hit here in Victoria and the Crossroads. Just to have a grandma set up at Victoria Mall or in downtown Victoria would be incredible! Someone make this happen, please

@cbseveningnews This holiday season, the city of McKinney, Texas is offering a pop-up “Grandma Stand” staffed by one of three rotating "McKinney Grandmas” to offer free wisdom, empathy and hugs to visitors. #grandma #grandmasoftiktok #texas #hopecore #love ♬ original sound - CBSEveningNews