Fay Pacchioli, a 93-year-old business owner, reflects on her life's journey from poverty during the Great Depression to founding her pet supply store, Sandy King's, over 50 years ago. Despite experiencing financial struggles and losing her husband, she finds joy and purpose in her work as a bookkeeper. Although she has some savings for her children and funeral expenses, she admits feeling financially inadequate compared to others. Pacchioliâs story emphasizes the importance of work and social engagement in older adulthood, as she expresses no desire to retire just yet.
"I'm not ready to quit my job yet. I keep seeing in the paper that there are people who are over 100, and I'm not sure if I'm going to make that, but I feel good."
"I get completely knocked over when I read how much money people have. I have enough money to live comfortably. I have money saved to pay for my funeral and other expenses, and I have some money designated for each of my children and grandchildren."
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