It’s rare for me to find someone who so well articulates my theory of life (never complain, always be hopeful, always be thankful), but Alice Herz-Sommer does just that. The 108 year old holocaust survivor is an example to anyone.
If you get a chance to watch the video of the interview, she’s a remarkable woman.
Karen –
Thanks for posting that – it’s good to be reminded of the things Alice said – be grateful, be thankful, be optimistic.
I wonder if her physical activity of playing the piano every day, made her both physically & mentally strong & kept the blood flowing.
Isn’t that a great mantra, Diane?
I seriously think practicing three hours a day does more than keep her mentally and physically active. I think it gives her a goal to achieve. No matter how old we are, we need things to DO, to accomplish.
Karen, when I read your post before watching the video, I said to myself that this woman must have laughed a lot during her lifetime. Low and behold, guess what?
I laugh everyday. Sometimes it drives Sean crazy because he says some of the things I laugh at aren’t funny. He just doesn’t understand. Laughter is in my soul. I’ve had friends tell me that if they had to give one word to describe me, it would be laughter. I also believe that when I die, if there are a few seconds for me to realize what’s happening, I will be laughing as I pass this world.
Thank you for posting this and bringing her beautiful soul into my world
I’m going to share this on FB so maybe it will bring some light into someone’s life today.
Good for you, Leah. You’re my hero, too!
Sometimes, I think you have to find things about which to laugh, or plan for joy. We can overlook the good things so easily, and take for granted the moments of simple happiness.
What an incredible, lovely woman. Thank you for sharing.
Isn’t she wonderful?
Something she said meant so much to me. After losing my oldest son, there were days when it was very difficult to keep going. I would look for things to make John laugh or smile, and when he did, my spirits were lifted, too.
I’ve only been able to watch a small portion of the video right now, so will save and check later. I totally get the need for laughter in our lives. My husband’s job is driving truck these days – not much humor in dealing with traffic, weather, and crazy drivers. We talk every night and my primary goal is to make him laugh so he can at least end the day on a happy and positive note. And, yes, sometimes I purposely say something silly because I know it will make him laugh.