ISHPEMING, Mich. (WLUC) – One of the best presents anyone can get is a birthday surprise from their favorite celebrity.
And Miranda Wiljanen of Ishpeming received just that with a surprise visit from TV6′s very own Shawn Householder Saturday afternoon.
The 8-year-old was already overcome with joy receiving gifts and seeing her loved ones during her birthday car parade — guests arrived in cars decorated, holding paper signs in good cheer for the young celebrant, even honking their car horns as a way of sending birthday wishes to Miranda.
The icing on the cake arrived once the TV6 vehicle pulled up in front of her family home.
Shawn Householder: “Hey Miranda! How are you?”
The voice was all too familiar to Miranda, leaping with excitement as she met her favorite newsperson, took photos and received a gift.
All birthday car parade guests also received individually-packaged cupcakes from Miranda and family.
The drive-thru celebration commenced and finished in the form of safety. The memories for Miranda Wiljanen’s eighth birthday — they are long-lasting nonetheless.
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