My grandfather passed away 10 years ago. He was 87 years of age when he left us. Up until he found out that his cancer was terminal, he was a vibrant and energetic man. I remember visiting him in his care facility up on a hill at a Masonic Home in Union City (California). When we discussed his life at home, he would remark that there were people much older than he was. In fact, one of his neighbors was out playing golf at 102 years of age. He could not imagine living that long, yet alone golfing at that age. This to him was a miracle.
That is not the situation for 'Hurricane Hawkins' as she is called in athletic competitions which involve the seniors. Below is a video of her running at age 103 years old:
Wow!
Julia "Hurricane" Hawkins serves as an inspiration to all of us in the world. Especially, those who think that age limits your availability to engage in a wide variety of activities. She attributes her success in her many years maintaining a garden. Flexibility is a key aspect of moving around and maintaining a successful garden. A sedentary lifestyle is a recipe for early regression toward less mobility. Of course, moderation is a good objective to keep in mind while planning goals and future endeavors. Regardless, stories like "Hurricane" Hawkins are amazing and should be read by everyone.
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