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96-year-old shares what she does to keep life vibrant. You start doing it now

ORANGE COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA, JUL 9 – Betty Parker emphasizes growing, connecting, adapting, and giving as key to joyful aging, supported by research linking social engagement to longevity and purpose, experts say.

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By Madeline Holcombe, CNN (CNN) — At 96 years old, Betty Parker is tired of hearing about other people’s aches and pains. Instead, she fills her journal with all the great things she is still doing: picking roses from her garden, reading, playing cards with her regular group and baking pies when she entertains. OK, she admits that maybe she doesn’t quite have the energy to bake pies anymore and should probably buy something from the grocery stor…

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(CNN) – At 96, Betty Parker is tired of hearing about other people’s pains and discomfort. Instead, she fills her diary with all the wonderful things she still does: picking roses from her garden, reading, playing cards with her usual group and baking cakes when she has guests. Well, admits that she may not have enough energy to bake pastries anymore and that next time she should buy something at the supermarket. Still, Parker said that her 90 y…

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KIFI broke the news in Idaho Falls, United States on Wednesday, July 9, 2025.
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