The essential oil

At 90, Nanette Newman is addicted to almond oil

Bette Davis, the American film star, said, when being interviewed about her career that had spanned many years, 'Old age is not for sissies.' I was reminded of that quote a few days ago while trying to open a carton of chicken and vegetable soup. I struggled for more than 20 minutes. I pushed where it said, 'Open here.' I prodded – I stabbed dangerously, first with scissors, then a knife, fingers aching, with lots of swearing. I finally admitted defeat and hurled it in the rubbish bin, and thought how right Bette was. Now, at 90, I am very aware that so many things, which I just did easily some years ago, have now become a bit of a challenge. Looking in a magnifying mirror first thing in the…

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The Oldie (Digital) - 1 Issue, April 2025

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