Centenarian Profile

Doris Hartford

Age: 102
Born: December 25, 1910
Tacoma,
United States
In the last 100 years, what invention had the most impact on your life? Why? 
Electricity - because it so drastically changed the world and everyday life.
What was your favorite decade? Why? 
1940's. It was personally a very wonderful time in my life and the most challenging for the country.
What advice would you give to a high school graduate today? 
Who am I to give anyone advice, but I would say love the lord with all your heart.
What is the most important lesson you learned in your life? 
That life itself is a lesson.
What leader in the past century impressed you the most? Why? 
Ronald Reagan - because he was a very good man, good leader and ended the cold war.