Wish Stories
I Wish to Be a Scientist
Despite living with a rare genetic disorder called Loeys-Dietz syndrome, 10-year old Elias from Italy always saw life as being full of possiblity, with his cheerful enthusiasm, zest for life and great appetite for learning evident to all who knew him.
I wish to go sightseeing in London
Five-year-old Oliver from the UK, lives with a degenerative muscle condition. Whilst he’s able to walk short distances now, his condition will likely see him unable to as he grows older. That’s why his wish to go sightseeing in London is so important: he can enjoy seeing all that London has to offer before his condition takes its toll on his body.
I Wish to Have a 16th Birthday Party
16-year-old Sara from Brazil was born with congenital myopathy, a rare disease that affects the muscles, causing progressive and degenerative atrophy. From the outset, her life has been marked by both challenges and achievements. Despite her physical limitations, Sara’s cognitive abilities are impeccable. Her mind is agile, curious and she absorbs the world around her with a unique sensitivity.
I wish to go to Iceland
Saga’s life has been met with many challenges due to a cerebral hemorrhage she suffered 3 years ago, which left her in critical condition. During her recovery she used a wheelchair but longed for a life of freedom and adventure. So when we asked what the 12-year-old girl wanted, she told us that she wished to travel to Iceland and go horse riding!