This week, Mitsu's 91-year-old mother, Chiharu, has joined us in Buren Bay. It's only the second time I've met her. The first was a few months ago when she came sailing with me aboard *Wahine*. Since then, Mitsu has become Wahine's owner and skipper, while I've remained here continuing my research into what it means to age well in this tiny island community. Day One After the long drive from the airport, we spent the evening sitting outside around an unlit campfire. It was simply too warm to light it. Chiharu picked up her ukulele, we sang together, shared a meal, and enjoyed one another's company. But what stayed with me wasn't the music. It was watching a 91-year-old mother and her adult son enjoying each other's company as genuine friends. I often think about the difference between a linear view of life and a circular one. In a linear world, older people gradually move to the edges. Here, Chiharu was neither being looked after nor simply being included. She was right at the center of the circle. Tomorrow: Radio Taiso at 6:30 a.m. PS Spending a week with Chiharu is something I've genuinely been looking forward to. She still lives independently, and over the coming days, you'll discover why she's become such an inspiration to me, from her music and morning routines to the way she relates to family, friends, and the community around her. These are simply small observations from everyday life. But perhaps it's in ordinary moments like these that we begin to understand why some people age so well. Please follow along on YT and Instagram for more short insights, and for a deeper dive, check out the blog at https://www.nevertoolateacademy.com/ or the Defying the Red Zone Substack https://japansolo.substack.com/ #AgingWell #Longevity #community

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Spirit Yachts launches its flagship 21m modern classic motor yacht, the P70, at its Ipswich headquarters.

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The Blue Grotto is a sea cave on the coast of the island of Capri, southern Italy. Sunlight, passing through an underwater cavity and shining through the seawater, creates a blue reflection that illuminates the cavern.

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🌊 Pilot Whales in Fuerteventura – Boat Tour with Magic & Sailing. Looking for an unforgettable experience in Fuerteventura? Join our boat excursions from Morro Jable and enjoy the magic of dolphin and whale watching. In this video, filmed with an underwater camera by one of our crew members, you’ll witness a beautiful pod of pilot whales swimming close to the boat – a truly magical moment for our guests on board. 🌊 Avistamiento de calderones en Fuerteventura – Excursión en barco con Magic & Sailing. ¿Buscas una experiencia inolvidable en Fuerteventura? Únete a nuestras excursiones en barco desde Morro Jable y vive el emocionante avistamiento de delfines y ballenas. En este vídeo capturado por una cámara subacuática de uno de nuestros compañeros, podrás ver una preciosa manada de calderones nadando cerca del barco, creando un momento mágico para todos nuestros pasajeros. 🌊 Grindwale vor Fuerteventura – Bootsausflug mit Magic & Sailing. Du suchst ein unvergessliches Erlebnis auf Fuerteventura? Komm mit auf unsere Bootsausflüge ab Morro Jable und entdecke die faszinierende Welt der Delfine und Wale. In diesem Video, aufgenommen mit einer Unterwasserkamera von einem unserer Crewmitglieder, siehst du eine wunderschöne Gruppe von Grindwalen, die ganz nah am Boot schwimmt – ein magischer Moment für unsere Gäste. #magicandsailing 👉Book now at www.magicandsailing.com 📱+34 630 975 023 #whalewatching #pilotwhales #holidays #wildlife #naturelovers #swimming #dolphins #ocean #oceanlife #boat #travel

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This week on everything you need to know, the top 535 foot sailboats and sailboat insurance. Can you insure an old sailboat?

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