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Friedel and Robert Borisewitz have led extraordinary lives. Jewish citizens born in Antwerp, Belgium, they survived the Holocaust by fleeing to Brazil with fake documents.

Friedel later survived severe tuberculosis, and while both have experienced personal tragedy during their long lives, they have refused to be crushed by it.

What is most remarkable is that at the age of 92 and 97 respectively, Friedel and Robert are as dynamic and full of life as people 30 years their junior.

Friedel especially is, according to her friends, a "miracle" of nature. When she reveals her age -- which she almost never does -- people are often shocked.

In her day Friedel was a striking beauty, and that glamour and grace is still evident today. Read full article »

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