{
  "id": 18082137,
  "title": "Living life fully, even at last bat",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/04/living-life-fully-even-at-last-bat",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-11-04T07:01:08.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Winnipeg Free Press",
    "slug": "winnipeg-free-press",
    "url": "https://www.winnipegfreepress.com/opinion/columnists/2026/11/04/living-life-fully-even-at-last-bat"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Paul Sweatman, a Winnipegger living in Vancouver, recently reached out to columnist Paul Sweatman after reading his column about the dying days of summer. His message revealed that he is at the last stages of life at 77 years old, battling Alzheimer's disease, a stroke, and the need for a walker. Paul's resilience and ability to find joy in life despite his condition are truly inspiring. In his Substack posts, he delves into his feelings, the progression of his Alzheimer's, and his unwavering hope for a better future. Despite his struggles, Paul remains optimistic, embracing the warmth and love that surround him. His message to me has answered a question that has been burning within me for over two decades: Can someone with Alzheimer's, whose memories are fading, still feel happiness? Paul's answer is a resounding yes, emphasizing that he works hard to maintain his mental sharpness and enjoys life to the fullest.",
  "summary": "One of the many pleasures of writing a column for this newspaper is the connections you make with readers. Free Press people are good people, in my experience, and generous […]",
  "key_points": [],
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  "coverage": {
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  },
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}