Elderly fire victim goes positively viral

A nearly 90-year-old Altadena woman who lost her home to the Eaton Fire is going viral for pragmatism and positivity in the face of so much adversity.

John Fenoglio reports Jan. 16, 2025.

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[kellyanntrepanier]

In a world that values youth & often neglects older people, she is a reminder that we need the wisdom & attitude of our elders...

[allthingsnu]

She’s sharper and wiser than many of us younger folks! “Warriors don’t worry”… I will remember this.

[scottfindley]

doesnt look a day over 70.. remarkably sharp and evolved mentally. you rock on Ruth!! You are winning the game of life and I salute you.

[mariayacoub]

What a kind soul and she is such a strong sharp senior. I’m happy her dog is fine shows you life is precious!!

[bekind]

Ruth and her dog are such an inspiration. I am so grateful to Ruth to hear her words of wisdom.

[raeperonneau]

What a beautiful soul. Thank you for sharing her story!!!

[RitaStack]

Ruth is an inspiration to us all. God bless you Ruth and thank you for your wisdom ❤

[Robin-xtyo]

She is wealthy because she has a great positive attitude and her beloved dog. ❤

[Allupinyainbreds]

This lady is a 💎 in our dirty society
Bless her with everything ❤

[NancyStinger-llwt]

Wisdom of the aged is valuable. I am now 70 and I lost my home years ago to a fire my son 9 at time and only the clothes on our back. It was so horrible and traumatic at the time. Now all these years later I live minimally in senior housing and the perspective I gained is everything.

[VictorSabater-sf]

This is the kind of wisdom that is a rarity these days. In the age of influencers, she is a calm light in an age of frenetic darkness. Thanks for the story.

[Saraa]

Amazing how sharp her mind is. Incredibly positive and inspiring.❤

[Bbk-]

Warriors don’t worry, they figure it out! God bless this amazing woman!!❤️Xoxo

[IronSikh]

What a champ! This lady is a great role model for all of us. She’s obviously very smart, sharp, humble, wise, and just beautiful in every way❤. Good luck to her and all other victims who have dealt with disasters all over the country.

[StoicTao]

with that type of attitude its no surprise shes 90, inspirational news clip

[jkim]

Very fortunate that she has supporting family.
I take it that because she has a consistent and positive spirit about her, she attracts positive and real relationships around her.

[davidwilliams]

May God bless those with wisdom and a kind heart.

[karenjohnson]

What a wise woman. We should all follow her advice.

[nannettesteyn]

Wow. Thank you ! What a warrior you are ! BLESSINGS !🇿🇦

[Indigo]

Her positive thinking created a healthy mind body and soul. She has met the needs of being a whole human.