What Will You Do on Your 90th Birthday?

This month I had the opportunity to attend a 90th birthday celebration trip. The birthday girl wanted to go on a Caribbean cruise for her birthday, so a group of 12 of us booked the trip. When you live 90 years, you get to do whatever you want on your special day!

We cruised the western Caribbean for seven days and got to experience some remarkable sights. We were all so impressed with her zest for the trip and her excitement about the activities once we boarded. We even spent one evening dancing until 1 am!

Did I also tell you that this nifty ninety-year-old had a hip replacement 1 month ago?!

This experience gave me such a new perspective on age and one’s attitude. I truly believe our happiness lies in a positive attitude and getting out and living life. It’s very easy to stay home and not push yourself to get out there and live your best life.

At 90 years young, one can choose comfort and it would be fully acceptable. But is that really living? I hope that when I’m 90 years old that I have the same energy and love for life as my friend. She is truly remarkable! (And by the way, she wants to cruise to Italy for her 91st!)