Spain is in a celebratory mood today, as Maria Branyas Morera reaches the grand old age of 117. Yes, you heard it right, 117! In case you’re wondering, that’s twelve decades and over 42,000 days. Impressive, no?
Maria, who was born on 4th March 1904, has had the tremendous luck of living through two world wars, the Great Depression, and the current pandemic. She must have some pretty good genes, or maybe she just possesses some magical powers that keep her going. Who knows?
According to reports, Maria is in remarkably good health for her age, which is more than could be said for most of us mere mortals. She even survived a bout of COVID-19 last year, proving she’s not ready to give up the ghost just yet.
To mark such an incredible milestone, Maria will be celebrating her birthday in style, albeit with a socially distanced party and a slice of cake. So, what is the secret to her longevity, we hear you ask? Could it be a life filled with kale smoothies and a strict exercise regime?
Not exactly. Maria attributes her longevity to a diet of bacon, chocolate, and of course, red wine. Sounds like the perfect recipe for a long and healthy life, doesn’t it? Who needs kale when you can have bacon?
As if living for 117 years wasn’t enough of an achievement, Maria has also had the honor of becoming the oldest known living person in Spain. Imagine the possibilities! She could use her new-found fame to promote a cause close to her heart or maybe even start a career in showbiz.
Perhaps she could even replace Betty White as America’s sweetheart and steal the hearts of millions with her wisecracks and witty one-liners. Who wouldn’t want to hear what Maria has to say about the current state of the world?
All jokes aside, though, Maria’s accomplishment is truly remarkable and a testament to the power of resilience and the human spirit. Living for over a century is no mean feat, especially in a world that’s constantly changing and evolving.
As we wish Maria a very happy birthday and raise a glass of red wine in her honor, we are reminded that life is precious and fleeting. It’s up to us to make the most of the time we have and savor every moment.
Here’s to you, Maria Branyas Morera! May your bacon be crispy, your chocolate be dark, and your red wine be plenty. Cheers to another trip around the sun!
