On October 24, 2003, ABC in Chicago published this story:

October 24, 2003 — Three Mondays out of every month the Square Spares Square Dance Club takes over at the senior center in Park Ridge. When it comes to the doe cee does, George Bullat is one of the most energetic participants.

“The friendship, the fun, the exercise…its just a real fine social event. Nice to be with people who care for each other,” said Bullat.

George Bullat was born in 1908 and today in 2003 he is celebrating his 95th birthday.

“I’m just lucky to be here…and especially they told me I seem to be physically and mentally fit which I’m very grateful for,” said George Bullat.

Before his retired at age 78, George Bullat worked for the central scientific company as export sales manager, a job that made him an international traveler.

The dance party was also a birthday party for the clubs oldest member who is the father of two, grand father to one and great grandfather to another.

“I am so thrilled for him…I haven’t had the chance to see the square dance thing…I can see how he enjoys himself so much here,” said Suzanne Davik, daughter.

So what is his advice to those who’d like to reach his age?

“Stay square dancing…have a good attitude…don’t smoke…especially don’t smoke ..it may seem kinda corny but those are good precepts to live by,” said George Bullat.

One of my dancers at the Palo Duro Senior Center is 94 years old. He had a stroke a few weeks ago, but he came back to dancing last week, and is doing pretty well.

Another thing about the story: Mr. Bullat and I share a birthday.