This 99-year-old great-grandmother from Virginia continuously inspires her community with her zest for life.
WUSA 9 reports Hattie Louise Jones continues to encourage her Arlington neighborhood with her dedication to exercise, work and her love for life.
Jones, who will be a centenarian later this year, says she began her job as an Army Navy Country Club coat check after she retired from her position at IBM over 40 years ago.
The mother of three drives herself to the club every weekday and works out on a daily basis; she also reportedly has the flexibility to prove it.
"I just bring them over my head and touch the wall," explained Jones who also loves to dance.
Born in 1919, Jones completed high school in Ithaca, New York in the late 1930s. However, her general manager Pat King attests that she's far from done learning or teaching others.
"She has more energy than somebody half her age. She's unbelievable," said King. "I don't what the secret sauce is, but I want some of it."
Jones' family even shared that they have video footage of their matriarch "shaking her booty" at her birthday celebration last year.
"She has a character that will not allow giving up," said Clarence McGill, Jones' youngest son. He attributes his mother's youthful spirit to her enthusiasm to just get out and get things done.
Perhaps the key to one's fountain of youth is somewhere between staying active and resisting annoyances. Last year, a group of centenarians shared that their longevity came from a lack of stress from men. Brooklyn resident Lucille Watson told Blavity, "I got to travel and have lots of boyfriends.” She added, “That’s much better than a husband. Why break up the fun?”
Jones' marital status is unknown. However, her 69-year-old son told a reporter that although he just retired, he is following her blueprint by continuing employment and pursuing other passions.
"She's very sassy," McGill stated before adding "it's impossible" to duplicate her energy.
Jones does not plan on retiring or becoming a bore anytime soon. She's looking forward to partying with her three sons, eight grandchildren and three great-grandchildren for her 100th birthday celebration on September 22.
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