Dublin's Centenarians Share the Secret to a Long Life: Hard Work
A group of centenarians in Dublin, including Madge Curtis and Winnie Smith, attribute their long lives to hard work. They gathered for a special event hosted by Lord Mayor Emma Blain, sharing their advice to stay active and positive. The Dublin City Centenarians Project, revived by the Lord Mayor, aims to celebrate their life experiences and wisdom.
What's the secret to a long life? According to centenarians in Dublin, it's hard work. Madge Curtis, who celebrated her 100th birthday last January, shared her joy at a special event hosted by Dublin’s Lord Mayor Emma Blain at the Mansion House. She expressed her gratitude for a wonderful life filled with enjoyment.
Winnie Smith, who turned 100 last Wednesday, echoed the sentiment, attributing her longevity to hard work throughout her life. She highlighted the improvements in times today compared to the past, emphasizing the importance of perseverance.
Anne Borrowman, aged 104 and the oldest attendee, emphasized the value of an active mind for a long and fulfilling life. She shared her memories of growing up in a tenement and the sense of community and happiness that prevailed among the residents.
Breda Wilson, aged 103, also credited hard work for her long life and encouraged younger generations to carry on with determination.
The Dublin City Centenarians Project, initiated in the 1990s, was recently revived to honor these remarkable individuals. Lord Mayor Emma Blain commended the centenarians for their wealth of life experience and emphasized the importance of staying active and resilient.
According to the source: RTE.ie.
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