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Ninety-six Years Young
Ninety-six years young. I never thought about days like today. The night you turned 95, we all celebrated at your favorite German restaurant. “Roll Out The Barrel” was your song of choice for the accommodating accordionist. As the evening ended, we began talking about what to plan for your next birthday.
But before turning 96, you took a fall and then another and one more. Now you must rely on others for all those things we take for granted, like getting out of bed in the morning. I’ve learned the real meaning of the word patience, and how to live in a world that is totally unpredictable.
Tomorrow you and I will look at old photos and smile when you remember years gone by. I love you, Mom, and always will.
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