Mother’s age: 90 Reading habits: Reads constantly when not playing tennis, golfing, writing cards to 15 grandchildren, 22 great grandchildren and the married six children who gave them to her. Other clues: she is the kindest, most “up” person we know! Rho

Your 90-year-old mother plays golf and tennis?! That’s outstanding! I’m knocking on wood right now that I’m half so active when I’m 90. Has she read What Makes Olga Run? by Bruce Grierson? Olga Kotelko was a Canadian track and field star who competed well into her 90s and held 26 world records in her age category. It’s a fascinating book that delves into both the science behind Olga’s longevity and also her life story. She had a great outlook and charismatic personality that both drove her and drew in others.

If your mom reads constantly (and enjoys reading something as upbeat as she is), you should check out Alexander McCall Smith, the author of several very popular series of books. There’s a lot to delve into if she’s a voracious reader, but my personal favourite is The No. 1 Ladies’ Detective Agency Series, starting with book one of the same name. He’s an amazing writer and I’m so in awe of his ability to write so well from a female perspective (he credits it to growing up with three older sisters). I think your mom would really enjoy his work.

Finally, you said your mom likes to write cards to her (many!) kids, grandkids and great grandkids. I think she might like To the

Letter: A Celebration of the Lost Art of Let

ter Writing by New York Times bestselling author Simon Garfield. In the age of emails, texts, and Snapchating (I’m still not 100% sure what that is ...) Garfield traces the cultural shift in the art of correspondence and ponders what we may have lost. Personally, any day I open the mailbox and find something that isn’t a bill is a great day!

Hope you (and your mom) enjoy these suggestions! Wish her a Happy Mother’s Day from me! Cheers and all best,

Anne, Publicity