109-year-old blogger

The reason why I write about elderly adults is because I am taking a class called "Communication in Older People." This class is really interesting, and I recommend it to everyone who ever gets the chance to take it. Really, it has helped me get rid of a lot of stereotypes about older people.

I had actually written a paper on the 109-year-old blogger, and my professor liked it so much that she shared my paper with the entire class. Trust me, you will be inspired with this story :)

Talking about Ruth Hamilton- This woman is completely amazing! 

     Ruth Hamilton was born in 1898. She studied in a one room school house, and eventually became a teacher. In 1937, she even met face to face with Adolf Hitler! In her 90s, her body started becoming weaker but she was not discouraged. Instead of complaining about being weak, she spent her time writing a 500 page book about her life.

     After her 100th birthday, she moved to an assisted living center. The quiet surrounding and less people to communicate made her feel very lonely. However, instead of feeling sad about this, she searched for a new purpose in life. She found a website on the internet GrowingBolder.com that celebrates aging.

     Ruth started learning how to use her webcam and typing (imagine doing that after the age of 100!). Eventually, she started making inspirational video blogs. Slowly, she had internet fans who wanted to visit her and get suggestions from her on love, life and faith. She quickly became an inspirational idol to many people around the world.

     Sadly, she passed away in 2008. Her final wish was that people would continue to watch her videos, and find inspiration. Ruth is considered the world's oldest blogger and the oldest person ever to be a member of a social network website.

I find this really inspiring. A truly positive and happy woman. I genuinely applaud her charisma, and her overall attitude towards life. May her soul rest in peace. <3

Watch her talk about her life and vlogs:
http://growingbolder.com/media/Health/Aging/Her-Death-at-109-is-Not-the-End-of-138886.html

Until next time,
Beautiful Life T2 <3