Quote by Ellen DeGeneres

My grandmother started walking five miles a day when she was sixty. She's ninety-seven now, and we don't know where the hell she is.

My grandmother started walking five miles a day when she was

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This humorous quote highlights the power of perseverance and the importance of staying active and engaged regardless of age. It suggests that the grandmother's commitment to walking resulted in her maintaining good health and physical capability well into old age. The comment about not knowing her whereabouts at ninety-seven adds a comedic twist to the idea of her continuous and unstoppable journey, emphasizing the unpredictable and adventurous spirit that can manifest at any age.

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