Steve's Journal

I will continue interviewing, talking to and corresponding with Centenarians across America. As we uncover these "Nuggets" of Wisdom, Wit and Advice, they will be posted on my blog. Enjoy, Live Long and Grow Wise.

Clara Wortmann Celebrates Her 106th Birthday

Ms. Clara Wortmann was born in Germany, December 2, 1904. In 1927, when she was 23 years old, she came to the United States. She had a friend who had already come over to the states. Even though Clara went back to Germany a couple times to visit, she always came back. This was just one of the stories about Clara that was heard at her birthday party on December 2, 2010. She was surprised with two parties that day. One was a luncheon with fellow church members and the other was with her friends where she lives. Clara has such a positive outlook on life and with her sparkling personality, you can see why there was so much love pouring out for this delightful Centenarian.

One week after her 106th birthday I spoke to Clara and as always, she was still just smiling and laughing and enjoying life every single day.  She said "I look forward to every day and we have so many things going on all the time and I participate in all of them."  I'm sure that is what keeps this beautiful, special lady living as long and joyfully as she has.  My last comment was "Clara I want you to stay happy and healthy and make it to 110 so you can make Super Centenarian status." She smiled and laughed and replied, "We will see. We will see."