Just remember to show compassion and never miss the opportunity to love and care for them. Call them, visit them often, and be present in their lives. And if possible, open your home to them. But most importantly, open your heart.
Two strangers sit side-by-side at the terminal. As she grabbed her coat, the man dropped a small velvet pouch into her bag. As she walked to the gate, the stranger kept step with her.
The elderly still have a lot to say — to share. We can learn so much from them; don’t deprive yourself of the opportunity to get a first-hand account of events that shaped our world. You will be surprised how much they know, and what new or different perspectives they can add to our lives; and, us to theirs.
Gina Perez
Aug 73 min read
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