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Graduation is a significant milestone for everyone. An 89-year-old man called Rene Neira had been trying to finish a degree since the 1950s. However, in the 1960s, he was so passionate about urban and economic development of the southside of San Antonio that he stopped school and got involved with the local government. From that time, one of his life goals was to earn a degree in economics. In 2017, the grandpa and his 19-year-old granddaughter both enrolled (入学) at the University of Texas at San Antonio.

"There were times when we would get lunch together, be in the library together, and just work silently side-by-side," Melanie Salazar, Rene's granddaughter, recalled. "He always had something to say, especially if his professors had different opinions than him," Melanie said. "And there were often times when a professor would invite him to talk about the past."

Rene's college years weren't easy. "He has worked very hard over time. Especially in recent years, with hearing loss and going through seasons of not having a car, there was a term where he had to take medical leave because he had a stroke, so he couldn't go back to school that term. And then the pandemic started," said Melanie.

After four years, their hard work finally paid off—they graduated. Together, they stood on the stage. Everyone broke into applause and cheered for this fantastic pair.

Their story has been making waves online. People have nothing but good words for them, "Awww... I love stories like this. This was such a beautiful moment. Congratulations to both of them. Grandpa definitely demonstrated that one shouldn't give up their dream no matter how long it takes," one wrote. Another wrote, "I'm motivated to go back to school myself, thanks to his example."

Rene had the determination to finish his degree even at an advanced stage in his life. Hard work, patience, and determination are the keys to success, especially when the path is not easy or clear.

France is a wonderful country with many beautiful villages worth visiting. Here are four new villages on the country's official list of its most beautiful villages.

Polignac

This small village in the Haute-Loire region tends to be a hit with hikers mainly because of the breathtaking self-guided trails (小径) that can be found in the green countryside. If you're after beautiful views and a real "off the beaten track" atmosphere, you won't be disappointed.

Le Malzieu-Ville

With its historic walls, towers, gates, and old houses, this riverside spot in Lozere often attracts brave explorers. Owning scenic hiking trails and eye-catching geological formations (地质结构) in the area, it's not surprising that Le Malzieu-Ville also draws in hikers from around the region.

Tournon-d'Agenais

In Tournon-d'Agenais, you can't miss its busy marketplace where you can pick up some of the best local produce, not to mention the food festivals and events held throughout the year. The village's hillside location also means that there are some great views of the landscape to be had—if you can brave the step (陡峭的) steps that lead you to the top of the village.

Cordes-sur-Ciel

This village in Tam has some impressive ancient walls and buildings for history lovers to discover, while dessert lovers will want to check out the interesting museum exhibiting various kinds of chocolate. Its streets are lined with shops, local bars, and other museums that show the region's history, while the surrounding countryside can make for a great excuse to enjoy some hiking.

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