{"id":6885,"date":"2023-09-21T09:55:53","date_gmt":"2023-09-21T16:55:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.pegasusseniorliving.com\/broadway-mesa-village\/?p=6885"},"modified":"2026-01-04T11:27:19","modified_gmt":"2026-01-04T18:27:19","slug":"vivian-105th-birthday-celebration","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.pegasusseniorliving.com\/pegasus-landing-of-mesa\/blog\/2023\/09\/21\/vivian-105th-birthday-celebration\/","title":{"rendered":"Pegasus Landing of Mesa Celebrates a Remarkable 105th Senior Birthday"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Pegasus Landing of Mesa<\/a> recently marked the extraordinary journey of beloved resident Vivian B., who recently celebrated her 105th senior birthday at Pegasus Landing of Mesa. We were privileged to share in this remarkable milestone for a life, well-lived. The three-day event was much more than just a short gathering \u2013 our team members created a testament to the vibrant spirit and enduring strength that defines our senior community. Reaching the age of 105 is an inspiration, and her celebration was fun, exciting, surprising\u2026and pretty loud, actually!<\/p>

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Vivian showing one of her 1700 birthday cards!<\/figcaption><\/figure>

Day One: Dancing Like There\u2019s No Tomorrow<\/h2>

On August 31, 2023, family, friends, residents, and team members gathered at Pegasus Landing of Mesa to wish Vivian a happy birthday. The guests danced <\/a>to live music, enjoyed special treats, and the guest of honor opened some of the 1,700+ birthday cards she had received.<\/p>

Day Two: A Community Parade<\/h2>

Vivian\u2019s senior birthday continued outdoors the next day with a parade and greetings from the City of Mesa Firefighters and local government officials. Sitting on a comfortable couch and wearing a rhinestone crown, she watched the parade<\/a> and received her visitors with a smile. Vivian was presented with gift baskets, flowers, and one-on-one time with the local fire chief and police department representatives. She was thrilled to be the focus of attention that day and received plenty of compliments and hugs.<\/p>

Day Three: A Motorcycle Ride<\/h2>

On September 2, Vivian was seen on her feet, waving to members of the Christian Motorcycle Association as they drove by Pegasus Landing of Mesa\u2019s entrance with their lights flashing. After the men and women participating in this procession<\/a> parked, they greeted Vivian with hugs and a card.The group also prayed together and when that ended, the guest of honor asked for a motorcycle ride; she was given a helmet and helped onto the seat. Vivian was all smiles as her driver revved the engine and took her for a spin \u2013 she even mentioned her \u201chelmet hair\u201d afterward!<\/p>

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Christian Motorcycle Association wishes Vivian a Happy 105th<\/figcaption><\/figure>

The Key to Vivian’s Longevity<\/h2>

Vivian’s journey began in 1918, and she has witnessed a century of countless changes and evolution. Friends and family gathered to honor this incredible woman, creating an unforgettable three-day senior birthday party. One cannot help but wonder what the secret to her longevity might be, though. The timeless values of love and laughter cannot be emphasized strongly enough here, and they help guide seniors through life’s ups and downs.<\/p>

The Importance of Senior Communities<\/h2>

Senior communities provide supportive, enriching environments where residents can continue to grow and enjoy life to the fullest. Their loved ones also have peace of mind, knowing that their family members are cared for in secure environments where their medical and personal needs are cared for. Seniors enjoy longevity at Pegasus Landing of Mesa Assisted Living & Memory Care <\/a>in Mesa, AZ with these enrichment services:<\/p>