Your grandad sounds like a legend. I think this social norm is a good way for people to be more engaged with their community and probably helps in old age too i

Your grandad sounds like a legend. I think this social norm is a good way for people to be more engaged with their community and probably helps in old age too if you have a stream of buddies to chat with, who enjoy your company. Better than just ignoring everyone or being seen as nuts, as is the case in NA cities.