When I’m 94!
Tom’s mom will have her 94th birthday next week. She’s strong, savvy, and continues to show me just what a combination of faith, love, and determination can do. As a child migrant worker she accomplished more than some who were twice her age. Even with frequent moves, she was smart, capable, and graduated right on time. She has lived with chronic medical conditions, but hasn't lost her tenacious can-do spirit. In a word, I’d describe Bernadean as resilient. Do you recall the Beatles’ song, “When I’m 64”? This is my version for an amazing woman who is a spry 94. When I’m 94 When I get older never losing my flair Many years from now Will you still be texting me reminders Daily greetings with things I require. If I do something you don’t think I can Let me show you now No need to doubt me, you won’t be without me When I’m ninety four. I can be handy when mending a shirt I can do so much I can solve words puzzles without a guide Take my wheelchair and go for a ride Doing my