My favorite book is The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho. It’s a great read. The book will make you think and will help you trust your instincts when making hard decisions in life.

One thing I do to improve the lives of elderly people in my community is to always be kind. Always offer help, be patient and be understanding. I was a care provider once for an elderly man. He was my grandfather and needed help after having a stroke. I was always patient and kind. I would offer my help when he struggled to walk or eat. He was a very wise man. He taught me so much. I will forever be grateful. He was later diagnosed with Stage IV cancer and I was by his side always. I would drive him to his doctor’s appointments and would cook for him. He passed April 2016. I will continue to be kind and patient to all elderly people as they remind me of my grandfather.

You just keep on swimming.