65 years and counting...

Mike and Anna Maruska celebrated their 65th wedding anniversary on Monday, January 24th. Juniper was a bustle of excitement in the moments leading up to the surprise party planned by Pam Mitchell, Connections Director. The party was strategically kept in secret as the Meadville Tribune photographer came in to take photos and delayed their entrance as folks gathered quietly. They had no idea that when they descended to the ballroom that they weren't just going down for some more photos. In they strolled...Surprise! Mike was grinning ear to ear and still is days later!

Residents, staff and family greeted the lovebirds and they were escorted to their head table where a beautiful cake sat positioned next to them. A blessing was given by Reverend Craig Lyman, fellow resident. Then there was cake! The traditional cake cutting was relived as Mike and Anna, once again, fed each other ceremonial cake...just like they did 65 years ago. Gentle music played in the background and everyone enjoyed their delicious cake.  Mike said this was the happiest day since his wedding day! Juniper  Village was the answer two and a half years ago, when they were looking for senior living where they would not be separated, they just never expected to find a home and such an extended family as they have with their Juniper Family.  Happy Anniversary!

There is a well known quote that Deborah Kerr says to Cary Grant in my favorite movie, An Affair to Remember..."Winter must be cold for those with no warm memories..." Juniper has warmed the hearts and memories of my own beloved family! Thank you so much.
-Mandy Maruska