Poor but happy

I spent the weekend at my in-laws' home in the Berkshires, celebrating the Fourth of July. Joining us for dinner was Elysha's grandmother, my daughter's great-grandmother, who is 87-years old and sharp as a tack. Nana still drives, does not wear any kind of prescription eyewear, attends classes at her local college in Florida, and was still dating just a couple of years ago. She is always great for engaging conversation, captivating storytelling and good humor.

In fact, the character of Edith