This series of photographs has for theme the daily life in a retirement home. Here, every day looks alike and is non-stop. But sometimes, a ridiculous entertainment is organised for special occasions. On December 31st, most of the crazed residents are gathered in the canteen, invited to sing their pleasure of celebrating the coming year and their stumps invited to be regaled with coloured macaroons. On the sound system thrown to full volume, the happy nursing auxiliary sends the most beautiful tango of the world.
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