The COVID Pandemic has brought many changes in our lives including the way we may celebrate.

Recently, Perry Cowan was admitted to Brownwood Regional Medical Center from a local nursing home. She has not been able to see her husband because of the no visitor policy at the nursing home.  It’s not easy having to be in the hospital, but it has been advantageous to the couple because they have been able to see each other every day since she has been at BRMC.

The staff found out that on Thursday, August 7, they would be celebrating their 54th Anniversary. Several BRMC staff members worked together and were able to surprise the couple with an anniversary event. Her husband Carl brought her favorite food and drink, and the hospital provided a floral bouquet, a beautiful handmade Anniversary Card, candles and a white linen cloth to share their Anniversary meal together.  When asked what the key to longevity in marriage, they simply said, “Commitment to each other.  It has not always been easy, but we are committed to each other and have worked through the not so easy times.  We love each other and respect each other. “

Thanks to those special staff members who made this unique celebration happen.