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Some wishes are grand, some are simple, and some are about creating a single, unforgettable moment of joy. This was one of those wishes — the kind that fills a room with emotion, brings tears to your eyes, and leaves a lasting smile on everyone involved.
Colleen Ethier, a proud resident of Foxview Retirement Community, is what you would call a 'Big Fan' of the Ottawa Senators. Not just someone who watches the games, but someone who lives them. Her love for the team is woven into her daily life. On game days, you’ll find Colleen front and center in her black and red jersey, cheering passionately, never missing a moment. And the next day? You can count on a full recap, complete with her honest (and often spirited!) take on the refereeing.
So when we learned that Colleen’s wish was to attend a playoff game in person, we knew this was something special, something we had to make happen.
Just days later, we arrived at Foxview with a surprise she would never forget. Accompanied by our incredible mascot, Rudy, we presented Colleen with two tickets to Game 4. The moment was electric. Shock turned into joy, and joy into tears as reality set in. What started as an ordinary day quickly became extraordinary.
Then came game day.
Colleen came downstairs that morning, still in disbelief, asking if it was all real. It was, and she was absolutely glowing. Sharing the experience with her grandson Bobby made it even more meaningful. Together, they left the community filled with excitement, anticipation, and hope for a big Senators win.
And while the scoreboard didn’t deliver the outcome she had hoped for, the experience itself was everything she dreamed of, and more.
Colleen returned home still beaming, her spirit lifted, her heart full. Win or lose, it didn’t matter. For her, the day was a victory.
She had wondered if maybe she could be the lucky charm the team needed, and honestly, what a beautiful thought that was.
At Riverstone, moments like this are what the Wishing Well Program is all about. It’s about listening, caring, and turning meaningful wishes into lasting memories. Seeing the joy it brought to Colleen reminds us why we do what we do, because sometimes, the simplest wishes create the most powerful moments.
And we can’t wait to make the next one come true.
