In Lititz, Pennsylvania, hearts are beating everywhere at all times. Two hearts, the hearts of women passionate for their homes, have been waiting to share their love for a town that welcomes every day. Take a step into this small town, and explore the hearts behind the homes.
By Olivia Hernandez ‘26
“It felt like home,” said Ashley Coates, who moved to Lititz in 2016 and fell in love immediately. A beautiful farm house, big enough for her, her husband, Eric, and her three wonderful daughters, holds nine years of memories, going on a lifetime.
Her world is a small life filled with love that will live forever. “My kids were born here. That’s what keeps me here.” Ashley is a devoted mother to a trio of girls, who are bound to grow into the same warm presence as their mom. Her family grows under the blanket of a beautiful town called Lititz.
”This was our town,” said Tanya Janoski, who has lived in Lititz since 2003. She’s built a home and created a life filled with a husband, two children, and a remarkable amount of faith. Her family exists with her every day as a reminder of the comfort that only a town like Lititz could bring.
Her universe is full, and she wouldn’t have it any other way. Through every journey she’s had in this town, it has remained hers. She will stay here, fully enamored, every single day, by her forever home. “They would have to drag me out of here screaming,” Tanya explained. “Our roots are deep here. I will never leave Lititz.”
A little love can go a long way. A town made into a home –that’s what keeps them here. Two hearts. A lifetime for these women, but only a minute for their town. Welcome to Lititz, where hearts find their home.
