Dorothy Baker Celebrates 100th Birthday on Long Island

A Special Centenarian Celebration

• 🎂 Dorothy Baker was honored with a special birthday party on Long Island for her 100th birthday.
• 📍 She has been a resident of New Cassel for nearly 60 years and is described as an active and vocal community member.

Community Recognition and Advocacy

• 🏅 Dorothy is recognized as both a centenarian and an outstanding citizen.
• 🗣️ She has been known for holding politicians accountable and keeping them honest.
• 📜 Proclamations were presented from various offices, including Congressman Swis's and Senator Chuck Schumer's, as well as the local fire department, showing significant community respect.

Life Reflections and Philosophy

• ⏳ Dorothy reflects that time flies, comparing her 100th birthday to her younger days wishing to be 21.
• ✨ She is described as a warm, gentle, kind person with a soft-spoken but influential voice.
• ❤️ Her philosophy emphasizes believing in the good in everybody, stating that God made everyone and not junk.
• 🙏 She credits gratitude as a key factor in keeping her strong.

Community Roots and Historical Context

• 🏡 Dorothy moved to New Cassel in 1968, where her friend Julia Reed, who is 93, also resides.
• ⚖️ She recalls a time when women couldn't get mortgages, highlighting the importance of husbands having decent jobs.
• 🗳️ Dorothy, who still votes, has always been very feisty and advises against being too judgy.