Rebecca Wood
Appearances
Global News Podcast
The Happy Pod: Playing the piano saved my life
That might sound like something Father Christmas or Santa Claus would say, but it is in fact John Reichardt from Indianola in Iowa. And instead of bringing presents, John has given weeks of his time and spent thousands of dollars turning his street into a winter wonderland, much to the delight of his neighbours.
Global News Podcast
The Happy Pod: Playing the piano saved my life
For John, the extravagant array of twinkling lights and inflatable Christmas characters has a deeper, more personal meaning. It's all for his wife of over 50 years, Joan. She was diagnosed with Alzheimer's four years ago, and since then, John has made it his mission to keep making her new memories.
Global News Podcast
The Happy Pod: Playing the piano saved my life
I don't know what to think, but I'm glad he did it. I love him. Word of his efforts spread and now there are helpers and a steady stream of admirers. And to think that he's done all this work just to make her happy, that's what Christmas and love is. And seeing how much joy he can bring, John says he can't see himself stopping now.