The Elderly Danced. I Cried.

The moment was so overwhelming, I could not help myself.

Photo by Gerd Itjeshorst on Unsplash

A few days ago, I volunteered at my local assisted living facility. For years since its opening, I had always driven past it wanting to volunteer there, to be able to help and hear the countless stories collected over lifetimes. I called to inquire about volunteering and received no answer. Then, life took its course…