Every individual has his or her unique story. No one walks the same path, yet we are all connected. Everyone searches for the same gifts that life has to offer. I have allowed my mind to expand by learning about the lifespan of a wise man.
Identifying Information John Flower, which is this individual’s pseudonym, is 87 years old and stands at 5 ft 10 in. He is the grandfather of one of my acquaintances. I had never met John before my interview session with him. When I arrived at his home, there was a delay with him opening his front door to greet me. Normally, I am used to an individual coming to the front door quickly after the doorbell is rung. I soon learned that John has a difficult time walking and hearing. It was not until the …show more content…
His movements are slow, but he informed me that he greatly enjoys keeping his mind active. He does so by completing a plethora of puzzles and word searches. Every morning, he wakes up at 7:00, eats his breakfast, and then becomes enthralled in his activities. He said he does this to “keep the cobwebs out of his brain.” John is extremely alert and knowledgeable, despite his exterior appearance. He would periodically drift off onto tangents related to baseball. John informed me that he is a “die-hard Yankees fan.” He knows an abundant amount of information about the past and present members of the team. John took me on a brief tour of his home. There was a specific room that he wanted me to view. John’s music room includes his musical instruments, as well as his records. After he completes his puzzles and word searches, he spends the remainder of each day in this room. John’s favorite instrument is his saxophone, and he appreciates playing all types of music. Frank Sinatra and Dean Martin are his top vocalists that he listens to on his record player. The Big Band era was his favorite. John told me that “music makes life sparkle,” and it is such a large part of his life.
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John resided in New York. He is the oldest of five boys. John did not come from a wealthy family by any means, and his childhood was rough. His mother was a homemaker. She spent all of her time caring for her family and cooking meals in the kitchen. John’s father worked on an ice truck. He drove around town and delivered ice to homes. John informed me that the ice was used for the customers’ “ice boxes.” John and his family lived in a small home. He and his four brothers had one bed, which they all had to share. The five boys strategically placed their bodies in order to be as comfortable as possible. John, in particular, was referred to as the “iron hip” because he would not budge in his sleep. John explained how he always felt fortunate on Christmas because the five boys received one football that they shared, as well as new pairs of
Identifying Information John Flower, which is this individual’s pseudonym, is 87 years old and stands at 5 ft 10 in. He is the grandfather of one of my acquaintances. I had never met John before my interview session with him. When I arrived at his home, there was a delay with him opening his front door to greet me. Normally, I am used to an individual coming to the front door quickly after the doorbell is rung. I soon learned that John has a difficult time walking and hearing. It was not until the …show more content…
His movements are slow, but he informed me that he greatly enjoys keeping his mind active. He does so by completing a plethora of puzzles and word searches. Every morning, he wakes up at 7:00, eats his breakfast, and then becomes enthralled in his activities. He said he does this to “keep the cobwebs out of his brain.” John is extremely alert and knowledgeable, despite his exterior appearance. He would periodically drift off onto tangents related to baseball. John informed me that he is a “die-hard Yankees fan.” He knows an abundant amount of information about the past and present members of the team. John took me on a brief tour of his home. There was a specific room that he wanted me to view. John’s music room includes his musical instruments, as well as his records. After he completes his puzzles and word searches, he spends the remainder of each day in this room. John’s favorite instrument is his saxophone, and he appreciates playing all types of music. Frank Sinatra and Dean Martin are his top vocalists that he listens to on his record player. The Big Band era was his favorite. John told me that “music makes life sparkle,” and it is such a large part of his life.
Childhood/Early …show more content…
John resided in New York. He is the oldest of five boys. John did not come from a wealthy family by any means, and his childhood was rough. His mother was a homemaker. She spent all of her time caring for her family and cooking meals in the kitchen. John’s father worked on an ice truck. He drove around town and delivered ice to homes. John informed me that the ice was used for the customers’ “ice boxes.” John and his family lived in a small home. He and his four brothers had one bed, which they all had to share. The five boys strategically placed their bodies in order to be as comfortable as possible. John, in particular, was referred to as the “iron hip” because he would not budge in his sleep. John explained how he always felt fortunate on Christmas because the five boys received one football that they shared, as well as new pairs of