Beryl at 105: A Life of Love, Laughter, and Dancing

Piano music, fun and laughter were central to Beryl’s childhood. Born in Melbourne’s Moonee Ponds (well before Dame Edna Everage), she grew up in a creative household in Preston with a seamstress mother and a tap-dancing hairdresser father. Her journey took a turn during the war when she was separated from her fiancé for four long years. Thankfully their love prevailed and they married happily. Beryl became a ‘lady in black’ at Manton’s department store in the city of Melbourne where she worked in fashion. Now, at 105, Beryl’s infectious laughter and zeal for life continue to inspire those around her. The 100 Project is where Australian 100 year olds have their say! If you know a centenarian, watch our tutorials and visit the100project.com to find out how to become a part of the The 100 Project community. https://www.the100project.com/how-it-... RECOMMENDED VIDEOS/PLAYLISTS: 📹 Video:    • She Hitchhiked Across Europe at 23 and Nev...   📹 Video:    • This Couple's 100th Birthday Reveals a Lov...   📹 Video:    • 100yo remembers the US 32nd Division Comin...   #australianhistory #100yearold #centenarian #longevity 00:00 Happy Days 00:40 Moonee Ponds Dame Edna & Piano Playing 02:59 Tapdancing hairdresser 04:14 School & Billy Burmeister 06:06 Manton's Department Store 07:56 WW2 & Partying 10:12 Max, Marriage & Leviathan Stores 13:03 Side by Side