2020 Hometown Heroes

Page 64 2020 Hometown HEROES Magazine LINCOLN DAILY NEWS May 14, 2020 I t’s a real bummer for a pre-teen when celebrating your birthday means no party, no special time with family, and no chance to celebrate it at school with your BFF’s. So when Elayna Marten of Mount Pulaski celebrated her 12th birthday, she wasn’t expecting anything special. However, her friends and family had a different idea. Instead of gathering together for a party, those who know and love Elayna had a COVID-19 Birthday Parade past her house! In a bad situation, they gave Elayna a happy memory and a birthday she will never forget. Some day, when she is old and gray, she can tell her grandkids about the year she had her own special birthday parade! Photos by Nikki Marten No hugs, but big wishes in the new covid style greetings