Recently on 0America0s Got Talent0 a 75 year old woman performed a song and dance routine. (This reference is not to the popular Rappin’ Granny.)
Before she began I mentally cheered her on with, 0You go girl!0 I was reminded of a CD an older woman sent to me that captured her singing performance at a local nightspot. She was fantastic. And why not. if Tony Bennett at 80 something can still sing, others can do it too.
As it turned out, the contestant did not have a million dollar talent. How I wish she had been sensational. Because we are living longer, healthier lives, we desperately need accomplished older role models to show us what0s possible late in life.
I often mention Dr. Helen Harkenss, author of Don0t Stop the Career Clock, who has inspired me more than I can say. (I can0t reveal her age because I don0t know it, she doesn0t tell, and it doesn0t matter anyway. It0s her accomplishments that count, not her advanced age.)
Other role models of mine include 80 something David Oreck who still promotes his vacuum cleaners. Compare his sharp agile mind and youthful demeanor to that of many […]

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