Cats and Dogs getting along, Lions and Lambs lying down together. How about a 97 year age gap? The unlikely friendship between 99 year old Mary and 2 year old Benjamin has been a wonderful gift for each of them during the pandemic. Benjamin and Mary are neighbors in Minneapolis. Both of them have grown from the connection they share. Benjamin has a friend who loves to play with bubbles and water guns, and Mary has a companion in a time when those are difficult to come by. Their relationship resonates with their neighborhood as well and serves as a reminder of our need for human connection. Click the link below to read about these best of friends.
Stories of Joy 