The world’s oldest living person celebrated her 117th birthday on Friday and continues to thrive while living at a care home in Surrey, England.

In a statement to ABC News, Ethel Caterham said, “Thank you for all of the kind birthday wishes. Even at 117, I’ve had many firsts this year, from stroking a llama to holding hands with the King! I’ve had a lovely day celebrating with my family and friends, and I look forward to seeing what next year brings!” the outlet reported Friday.

In the year 1909 when Caterham was born, Edward VII was King of England and William Howard Taft began his term as President of the United States.

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