With old age comes wisdom, they say. Aside from our cultures, our heritage and those quirky nuggets of common sense characteristic of a life lived over a long time, one continues to wonder how they do it. How does a human live so long? What is the secret to a long and healthy life? Such questions must be common for these women, each born in at the turn of the 19th century. These five people are the oldest living people on Earth. And yes, they're all women.

Susie, back in the day. Fancy as ever.

3. Jeralean Talley

Born on May 23, 1899, Jeralean has fun fishing and going on daily fishing trips. Apart from that, she stays active, according to her daughter, by playing the slots at casinos, mowing her lawn and bowling.

She has three grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren and four great-great-grandchildren.