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The Secret Diary of Hendrik Groen, 83 ¼ Years Old

The Secret Diary of Hendrik Groen, 83 ¼ Years Old

THE OLD-BUT-NOT-DEAD CLUB:

Rules for Member

- The goal of the club is to increase the enjoyment of advanced age by arranging outings.

- The outings will set off at 11a.m on a Monday, Wednesday, Thursday or Friday.

- No whining allowed.

- The organizer must take into account the various infirmities

- The organizer must take into account the limits of the state pension.

- The organizer will not divulge more information about the trip beforehand than strictly necessary.

- Outside of points 2 to 6, anything goes.

- This club is closed. No new members until further notice.