African-American Woman who Lived to See 18 Presidents Celebrates 104th Birthday

• A woman in the United States of America has celebrated her 104th birthday with family and loved ones
• Mary Dobbins, an indigene of Southern Wake County was born in 1918 when Woodrow Wilson was president
• The resident of Fuquay-Varina referenced the Bible and credited her father as she shared the secret to her longevity

Mary Dobbins, a native of Southern Wake County in the United States of America, has marked her 104th birthday with family and loved ones.

The resident of Fuquay-Varina was born in 1918 when Woodrow Wilson was president. Dobbins has lived to see 18 presidents in office and many momentous times in the US.

Speaking on the secret to her longevity, she attributed her life to the word of God.

Read also

100-year-old grandmother gets a tray of bread as a gift from grandkids, breaks down in tears, video gets many emotional

"Scriptures, Love thy neighbour as thy self, always be honest, and tell the truth. Your life will be long upon the land," Dobbins told ABC11.

The centenarian urged people, especially young folks to "honour thy father and mother. That my life would be long, I had to do that''.

Born to a father who was a disciplinarian, Dobbins recalled that the discipline her father doled out when she disobeyed helped put her on the right path.

Happy birthday, Mary Dobbins!

Vivian Jill Rocks Long Braids with Thick Beads to Mark 39th Birthday

Still on birthdays, actress Vivian Jill Lawrence has set pulses racing with photos rocking long beaded braids and a graceful outfit as she attained 39 years old on Saturday, September 10.

Read also

Ghanaian mon & 3 kids who went fishing in Keta Lagoon do not return as they fall into 'death trap'

Though sporting braids is not new, the actress looked exceptionally beautiful with her style.

Vivian Jill delivered signature poses with her fresh take on the braids teamed with a silver ornament.

Irene Opare at 56

Also, YEN.com.gh reported that veteran actress Irene Opare delivered pictures donning different youthful ensembles to mark her glorious 56th birthday Saturday, September 10.

The acclaimed actress sported two outfits and rocked the same trendy footwear in the shots. Irene Opare adorned an all-red straight dress with a matching cap.

The film star also sported a shiny-like dress with a hoody and rocked the modern footwear to accompany both looks.

Source: YEN.com.gh