My mother turned 90 last month...

[Tanks]

Some months ago I contacted my mother to ask if she would like me to rent a hotel ballroom and invite people for a big party to celebrate. Her response was that she liked to travel and would like to travel to Dubai as she had not been there except to pass through the airport on the way to Africa. To put it in context she already had 5 international trips in 2023.

So off to Dubai we went, mom, my partner, daughter, son, my sister and my nephew. A friend of mine who is an Emir at Dubai suggested an outing to the desert for a sunrise breakfast and feeding of the camels. He also mentioned in passing that he would also arrange for motorized para gliding.

I mentioned it to my mom, and she was actually excited. We had the outing on Jan. 24th, a day after her birthday.

Of course, my daughter, son and I had to keep up.

We also fed the camels...

She loved our five days at Dubai. Interestingly two days after she got home a friend of hers called her to ask if she would like to do a weeklong river cruise in Portugal. She was on a plane over within two days.

I am blessed that at 90 my mother is healthy and also mentally sharp. Heck, mentally she is more qualified to be POTUS than Biden.

She wants to do a tandem parachute jump at 95, we'll see.

 

[93marlin]

She sounds like an amazing person. You are a fortunate man to have a mother who is as active as she is!

 

[VertigoBE]

You are very blessed with your family and your mother's health. As we say over here "They don't make them like that anymore".

 

[Hunt anything]

I was going to say she looks more on top of things than our CIC! Congratulations to you and your family

 

[Neil Molendyk]

Congratulations to your Mom, and kudos to you for your efforts to make all of this happen. As our parents get older it is so satisfying to see them to continue to enjoy life and all the great things that this world can offer. Memories for you and your family to enjoy for the rest of your lives, and Mom's too.

 

[Tanks]

@Neil Molendyk Thank you. Once past a certain age things can happen, so one has to cherish every little bit of time with their parents. I try to spend a few weeks a year at the very least visiting with my mom. That is why I took her to London with me last July for a week when I went to get measured for my Rigby double.

One thing that pissed me off about Covid and travel restrictions was the stolen time from seeing my mother.

 

[Hunt anything]

@Neil Molendyk Thank you. Once past a certain age things can happen, so one has to cherish every little bit of time with their parents. I try to spend a few weeks a year at the very least visiting with my mom. That is why I took her to London with me last July for a week when I went to get measured for my Rigby double.

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One thing that pissed me off about Covid and travel restrictions was the stolen time from seeing my mother.

Yes sir we have to cherish every moment, my wife and I went to visit my 90 year old father this weekend and after we left my dad asked my mom who those people were that just left.
He had some traumatic head injuries in the army when a 57mm recoiless rifle blew up next to his head not to mention the head injuries from playing college football with poor equipment. He still recognizes us while we are there but gets confused when people leave.

 

[MontanaPat]

This is one of the best and most uplifting posts I've read in a while, thanks for sharing and hope you and your mom get to have many more travels together.

 

[EXECUTIVE HUNT AFRICA]

That's just awesome!! What a Blessing and privilege to make such great memories together!!
Best regards
Johan and Henlomi

 

[Tra3]

What a blessing to have that time together. It appears she is setting a high bar for the grandchildren to live up to, both in age and activity.

 

[WyoBull]

You are blessed, indeed!

 

[Huntndog]

Great thread. I hope you get to enjoy MANY more experiences with your mom.

 

[Randy F]

Way to go MOM!!!

 

[Don458]

Some months ago I contacted my mother to ask if she would like me to rent a hotel ballroom and invite people for a big party to celebrate. Her response was that she liked to travel and would like to travel to Dubai as she had not been there except to pass through the airport on the way to Africa. To put it in context she already had 5 international trips in 2023.

So off to Dubai we went, mom, my partner, daughter, son, my sister and my nephew. A friend of mine who is an Emir at Dubai suggested an outing to the desert for a sunrise breakfast and feeding of the camels. He also mentioned in passing that he would also arrange for motorized para gliding.

I mentioned it to my mom, and she was actually excited. We had the outing on Jan. 24th, a day after her birthday.

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Of course, my daughter, son and I had to keep up.

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We also fed the camels...

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She loved our five days at Dubai. Interestingly two days after she got home a friend of hers called her to ask if she would like to do a weeklong river cruise in Portugal. She was on a plane over within two days.

I am blessed that at 90 my mother is healthy and also mentally sharp. Heck, mentally she is more qualified to be POTUS than Biden.

She wants to do a tandem parachute jump at 95, we'll see.

Godbless

 

[Daniel Cary]

Thank God for great Ma's, still quite the marksman. Born in 48, pictured right & sister on left.

 

[275r7x57]

Interesting Mom!
Wonderful life!

Beautiful pictures of the camels and desert. Great choice on Dubai. Take the time when you can. Life is too short. Your Mom is beating the odds.

 

[Woodcarver]

We are truly blessed with Mom's that could almost be twins! Mine is a day older, but it sounds like they share a lot in common. I was sick and missed her 90th party, but went for a visit about the time you posted this. My siblings & I are trying to get her to join us in Bonaire in a month, but she might not have time in her schedule for that trip.
It really is great to see you and your Mom out experiencing life and having fun! Enjoy the time you have!