Sunshine, smiles and balloons: Parade brightens Morrison nursing home residents’ day

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The smile says it all. Dozens of cars carrying friends, relatives and well-wishers paraded through Resthave Care and Rehabilitation Center In Morrison Friday afternoon, in a show of love for the staff and residents. Swipe left for more photos.

Resthave staffer Brooke Stralow waves at passing cars with her grandmother, Shirley Nelson, by her side.

There were signs of love ... — There were signs of love …

... , balloons, honking and and lots of waving. — … , balloons, honking and and lots of waving.

It was sunny but breezy, so many of the residents bundled up for the parade ... — It was sunny but breezy, so many of the residents bundled up for the parade …

... while many lined up along the route to see the show. — … while many lined up along the route to see the show.

Balloons, pinwheels, jackets and lap blankets were de rigueur ... — Balloons, pinwheels, jackets and lap blankets were de rigueur …

... as were pinwheels and a wave. — … as were pinwheels and a wave.

The parade was one way to communicate with residents isolated because of the cornavirus.

Some of the cars were of the classic variety, sparking memories for many residents.

Loved ones were popping out all over, some from the sunroof ... — Loved ones were popping out all over, some from the sunroof …

... others from the trunk. — … others from the trunk.

Resthave staff also is shown a little love, and given some thanks ... — Resthave staff also is shown a little love, and given some thanks …

... and one employee says thanks right back. — … and one employee says thanks right back.

All in all, a safe, socially distanced day of fun was had by all.

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The smile says it all. Dozens of cars carrying friends, relatives and well-wishers paraded through Resthave Care and Rehabilitation Center In Morrison Friday afternoon, in a show of love for the staff and residents. Swipe left for more photos.

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