“To fly along the Mississippi to see where the Missouri and Mississippi come together, that was great,” Evelyn shared, her eyes sparkling with excitement. The flight took her over the Mississippi River, past the iconic Gateway Arch, and across the border into Illinois. It was a trip that reawakened the thrill of flying and allowed Evelyn to reconnect with a part of her life that had been on hold for so many years. The significance of this flight was not lost on Evelyn. Reflecting on the experience, she said with a laugh, “I’m just glad I got to do it. At my age, what else can you do?” Her words capture the essence of a well-lived life, filled with gratitude for the opportunities she has had and the dreams she has been able to fulfill. Her remarkable journey was shared with a local audience in St. Louis on KMOV, KMOX, and KSDK’s “Making a Difference” segment with Mike Bush. But it didn’t stop there; her story resonated so deeply that it was also featured on a national platform, the CBS Evening News’ Heart of America segment with Norah O’Donnell. Through these broadcasts, Evelyn’s story of love, perseverance, and the enduring spirit of adventure reached countless people, inspiring others to dream and to believe in the possibility of those dreams coming true, no matter their age. As Evelyn reflected on her “Dream Come TRUE” experience, she expressed a hope that others would have the same opportunity. “I hope that next year somebody gets a wish, and it happens for them like it did for me, because it was really nice,” she said. Her words are a testament to the impact that Cedarhurst Senior Living’s program has on its residents, allowing them to realize dreams that might otherwise seem out of reach.
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CBS Evening News with Norah O'Donnell
KSDK News, St. Louis
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