A woman in her 80s had lived long years, had much to remember and was very strong. Her hair was white, her steps slow and thin were her hands, but her heart was still brave. It had been a long time since she had had a happy day and a long time since she had had a hard day. She had endured loss, suffering and many changes in her life. But, it was a kind face on her face. She had a fondness for the early morning. It gave her the opportunity to ponder her life. She wasn’t to be dismayed at the prospect of growing older.
Life in 80s
She was very hard working with her family in her younger years. She cooked, cleaned, cared and gave love and nothing more in return. It was not all a bed of roses for her. She used to get tired at times. Sometime she cried out alone on a night. However, she never slowed down. She felt that if the road is tough then one should carry on. She was now in her 80s and wasn’t able to do everything she used to do. She was very slow, and she rested a lot. At times she ached and at times her memory was failing.
But she couldn’t stop her hope from being gone. She felt that age may be a limitation on the body but not on the spirit. Her family adored spending time with her. She explained to them how to live, but they listened. She never spoke in high-flown terms but what she said was as strong as many years. She said, life is good when the heart is patient. She felt that acts of kindness, no matter how small, could make a huge difference. She felt that no one should be afraid to live.
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The old woman had been taught that happiness doesn’t always come in large packages. Everything she needed was a peaceful home, a loving family, a warm meal and a calm heart. Children used to make fun of her and she used to smile. She was proud when she was with her family. She was rich, for she had love; she was rich, for she had love. At times she would glance at her old photographs and recall her young face. She didn’t want to return. She was familiar with the beauty of all ages.
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In her aged years she was given wisdom. She took up all of her experiences wholeheartedly. At night, she would sit quietly and say thank you to life for all that she learned. She knew that she made mistakes, but she knew that she did her best. Sadness was not her life in the 80’s. It was a message of peace, courage and hope. The elderly lady made everybody feel good. Old age is not the end of meaning, as her life has demonstrated. It’s a time to remember and smile and shine gently. Her story was in the hearts of her family as a dim light, never gone.
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