Forest lovers and a hundred -year -old: Joachim Franke celebrates a special anniversary

Forest lovers and a hundred -year -old: Joachim Franke celebrates a special anniversary

A special life story was celebrated in Reinickendorf when Joachim Franke from Frohnau committed his 100th birthday. On May 27, he was visited by district mayor Emine Demirbüken-Wegner, who congratulated him on behalf of the district office. Despite a hard youth that was shaped by war experiences, Franke looks cheerful and satisfied today. His secret? A life in harmony with nature and the care of its passions.

Joachim Franke was moved into the army at the age of 17 and had to have had serious experiences in the war. But after the end of the war he devoted himself to forestry and worked as a forester near chorin for many years. He never found the loneliness of the forest as stressful because he grew up as a single child and was used to circling alone. When he was visited by the church, he met his current partner, with whom he masters everyday life.

Despite his age, Joachim Franke has remained mentally fit and likes to read historical novels. Music is also one of his passions, especially hit and folk music. His life in the forest and dealing with trees obviously good and enabled him with a healthy lifestyle.

The story of Joachim Franke reminds us of how important it is to live in harmony with nature and to maintain its passions. His anniversary is an inspiring example of a fulfilling and healthy life in old age.

Source: www.berlin.de