Why do older people cry more easily? My father used to get choked up if he saw any display of ceremony or heard sentimental music. Now it’s my turn – I found a sentimental poem to send my daughter-in-law for Mother’s Day, and couldn’t read it out loud for crying. Why does this happen once the 70th birthday has passed?
Rose Watson
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