I went out to lunch yesterday with my older German friend, Eva. She is in her mid seventies and is the most amazing person... her strength amazes me- in the face of so many things, she stands with grace. I absolutely adore her~

We went to lunch with two of her older "lady" friends on their estate... Talking with one of the sisters- Mildred- I found that the afternoon passed away- too quickly.

Before I left, she held my hand with a conspiratory glint in her eyes. She leaned forward and said: "I want you to know- I don't approve of death. Not one bit."

I laughed at that- how could you not? Her absolute strength and firm resolve was so wonderful.

If I live to that beautiful age- I can only pray I have the spirit to fight as much as she.