I propose that we do something special for our centenarians and in doing so they may do something special for us. Why can’t we treat them for the rest of their lives to the things that they are used to, free of charge, and may even get those things that they need and weren’t getting. During their last year, we can document as much of their life as we can without stressing them. All the information should we well documented and presented for public access.
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Celebrating The One Hundred Mark
Cricketers when they reach a century Elevate their bats to express their personal victory Loud applause from their adoring fans Even those of their competitors clap their hands Bronze medal but it was at the Olympics Ran a historical 100m and gave some fast men licks And for years Bajans screamed Obadele The wealthiest man here even gey land tah he It was only recently that Ryan Brathwaite immerged New hurdler against the world’s fastest converged Gold medal he won in the 100 and 10 The island jumped fah joy, all able bodied women and men How they all prepared, some for at least 10 years Exercise and diet amidst people’s encouraging cheers Overcoming the obstacles that were in their way Never giving up, pressing on each day Equaled to the task, they always knew Hundreds were attainable if in diligence they continue Under good preparation they walked out to the pitch – or Never questioning their abilities, never once looking Did their best and today we celebrate Rare performances by these Craftsmen of our fate Except, what about our regal few, who after 100 years of Daughters of this Island, Managed to outrun the clock and out jump time Are they not entitled to more of the sublime? Registered for luxury till the end of their life Kept free of needs, live their way and end all their
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