Age ain’t nothing but a number
I went for a welfare visit to AJ, she had a love note that had been left by her dotting 90year old husband. Aww says AJ in her gregarious voice ‘isn’t he sweet he took time to write me that sweet note.’ Forget the roses and anonymous cards at Valentines, in this house its Valentines every day.
The two of them make my heart melt and this made me think, love transcends time, age, and circumstances. It has the ability to touch lives in profound ways and its impact can be felt at any stage and whatever you are going through in life.
At 90years one has lived a long and eventful life. The memories, experiences and relationships that have been built over the years shape the understanding of love. At this stage of life, still loving someone is often a reflection of the deep connection and shared experiences that they have built over a lifetime.
It shows the commitment they have for one another. The loyalty, challenges and obstacles faced together and as a family have strengthened them both to create this love union at this later age in life that is unbreakable.
Albeit shouting to hear each other and all their other ailments that they complain to each other all day, still loving someone at that age shows a conscious choice to make the most of the time left and to live and love those that continue to bring joy in our lives.
In old age having someone in your life who understands you becomes even more crucial, and it provides a sense of comfort and support. It’s a reminder that even with health limitations and challenges of aging, love can be a constant source of strength and solace.
We live in a world filled with the importance of youth and new beginnings, looking at stories of love at 90 years old serves as a reminder that love is not bound by age. We must cherish the love we have, nurture it, and continue to love one another regardless of age. At Nyadowa Care we firmly encourage and support the elderly love birds to stay together and share their memories with us. And a little bit of me says I want some of that:).