Sky's the limit: Non-profit program has N.S. seniors skydiving
We Are Young initiative is a Nova Scotian non-profit that aims to help seniors live out unfulfilled wishes. Through the program, anyone can nominate a senior, or even self-nominate. Past wishes include meeting Marilyn Dennis, driving a Zamboni at a Mooseheads game, and getting a tattoo. This time, it’s skydiving.
"Skydiving is on my wish list because it's way out there," said Wynn. "It’s way up there!" she joked.
Though Wynn admitted she was feeling a bit anxious before getting on the plane, she looked calmer than you might expect – and found ways to reassure herself. "Hey, they’re doing it all the time – I’ll be okay," she said.
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Date
Mar 24, 2021
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By
Julian Abraham
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