Wish Stories
I wish to be a model
In May 2022, Elisa’s mother noticed that she had a slightly swollen abdomen and decided to take her to the hospital, even though she had no other symptoms or complaints. On examination, the doctor immediately found a malignant tumor of approximately 12cm near Elisa’s liver. Just days later, Elisa started chemotherapy and later underwent surgery to remove the tumor.
I wish to have a child-sized fire truck
Akif was born with Down syndrome and that was only the beginning of this nine year old’s journey. Akif had increasing difficulty walking, up to the point where he could no longer stand up.
I wish to have interactive toys
Little Mei Eng from Malaysia has dealt with a lot of isolation since being diagnosed with leukemia. While most 3-year-olds are getting to know and explore the outside world and build their first friendships, Mei Eng is often confined to her bedroom or hospital bed.
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 have a telescope
Nine-year-old Vedant from India is undergoing treatment for Hodgkin lymphoma, which has meant long hospital stays and missing school. Vedant wants to be a scientist when he grows up so he was particularly missing his science class.
I wish to go to the beach and feel the sand
Having not been to the beach since he was 2 years old, Javier’s wish was to feel the sand and swim in the sea once again. Javier and his family had breakfast at the seafront before taking in the sights and sounds before Javier put on his swimsuit, and ran to experience the ocean and sand up close.
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!