One of the words that comes to mind when I think about Japan is perseverance. As you may know, the Japanese are famous for their longevity. What might be less well known is that the population of the country is decreasing. Even with the longevity, the death rate outpaces the birth rate. Put these two things together and you have an aging population.
Everyday I see older folks out and about. Older ladies, bent nearly in half, supporting themselves with their rolling grocery carriers as they go out and do their shopping.
I admire them, and it helps me remember I ain't got it so bad. Yet.
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