Nationwide — Margie Gibson, an African American mother of 12 from Lake Charles, Louisiana, recently celebrated turning 104 years old. However, despite being more than a century old, she says she feels much younger and still enjoys singing as one of her favorite things to do.
Surrounded by relatives during the celebration, she shared how she felt about reaching the milestone. According to 11Alive, when asked about her health, she simply said, “I feel good.” She also had a surprising answer when asked how old she felt. “I feel 60 years old,” she said, describing herself as decades younger than her actual age.
The 104-year-old has received several certificates and plaques over the years in recognition of her life milestones. She also has plenty of memories from raising her 12 children and taking care of her family. One thing she remembers is making sure everyone had enough to eat, even when she had to prepare simple meals.
When asked about the food she used to serve her family, Gibson recalled making “a lot of gravy and rice.” Feeding a household with 12 children meant keeping meals simple at times, but she made sure everyone had something to eat. Those years of raising her children remain an important part of her life story.
As for how she managed to live to 104, Gibson offered an answer that reflected her personality. Rather than naming a special diet or daily routine, she pointed to her passion for music. “I am a singer. I’m a singer!” she said when asked about her secret to longevity. Singing has remained one of her favorite activities, and she made sure it was part of her birthday celebration.
With microphones ready and relatives gathered around, Gibson celebrated her 104th birthday by singing for her loved ones. The gathering gave her family a chance to celebrate her milestone while sharing a moment centered on something she enjoys. Even after more than a century of life, the mother of 12 says she feels good and continues to find joy in music and spending time with her family.