Shulamith Chernoff - Another Year, Another Birthday

The transcript is a reflective poem written by a 96-year-old, exploring themes of aging, memories of friends, family, and loss. It expresses gratitude for daily life and reflects on the passage of time, celebrating the lyrical voice that rises above life's challenges.

What does the speaker mean by 'I have made myself a tribe out of my true affections'?

In what ways does the speaker find solace despite their losses?