Keep Learning No Matter How Old You Are

 Ever since I moved to Ocean Hills, I've been involved in some sort of discussion group.  First, I organized a group of about 6 like minded women who wanted to discuss the problems we face.  We discussed everything from Universal Health Care to White Privilege, to Immigration.  When the pandemic struck, the group fell apart, but hopefully we will be back.

Next, Ocean Hills has a larger weekly discussion group, 20-30 individuals from all political perspectives, which I also enjoy.  We discuss politics and local community problems and it is always lively.

I was with my mom in L.A. one weekend, and she invited me to stay for her Monday morning Schmooze Group.  This is her discussion group which meets once a month to discuss relevant topics both local and international.  The group consists of 10 women, aged 80-98, all well versed in events of the day and so well spoken.

The hostess selects a few relevant topics to discuss, and has some background information to present to the group.  We discussed the new form of voting being done in the New York mayor primary that may catch on around the country.  We also discussed the critical problems that are taking place in the justice department.

I wasn't shocked at the depth of knowledge these women had, but I was surprised at how current they were on everything.  I was so impressed.  Of the 10 women that attend, most are on walkers or canes, and two of them are extremely hard of hearing.  It's a challenge of each of them to get up and get to the  Schmooze Group meeting every week.  Only two of the women still drive, so they all have either caregivers that accompany them, or they come by Uber.  It is extremely important to each of them that they come to the group each month.  They are all ready to learn and contribute to what is always an informative discussion.

These women are such a great example of what we should all do.  Listen and learn every day, and share our knowledge with  friends and family.  Anyone that's been around for more than 9 decades has a lot to contribute to any discussion.