As of two weeks ago, the Dancing Queen's wish was officially granted and is being planned. A local company adopted her wish (will pay for all of it) and there is a bike team started in her honor. They will bike 300 miles in DQ's name this summer, raising money for Make-A-Wish of Michigan.
We will go in December. DQ and TRex are beyond excited. DQ has never had a real vacation and TRex doesn't remember the only one he has taken at 10 months old, before DQ's diagnosis. We traveled last summer, but I don't think spending half of the time in the hospital really counts, even if you stay in a hotel, ride a plane, and go to the ocean.
Make-A-Wish is an absolutely wonderful organization that has made my daughter light up more than I thought possible just from the thought of meeting Mickey and Elmo. It is a bright spot in what is normally not a lot of fun. The anticipation is amazing, so I can't imagine how exciting the actual event will be.
So, in honor of World Wish Day, I am publicly thanking Make-A-Wish, Make-A-Wish of Michigan, all of the volunteers and employees of Make-A-Wish and Make-A-Wish of Michigan, all of the generous donors, and all of the Wish Families before us. I am humbled by the outpouring of love for my family and overjoyed from seeing smiles on the faces of my babies.
I can't say enough good things about this wonderful organization. Thank you.
I am so happy for you guys to hear this is becoming a reality. Seriously, tears in my eyes. How amazing!!
ReplyDeleteI should have added you to my public list, Krista. Thank you for suggesting we submit DQ's name!!
ReplyDeleteThrilled to hear this, but a little bummed that it's not Disneyland and Sea World San Diego, which are both with driving distance of me!! :)
ReplyDeleteI think that Disney World will be an even happier place when DQ and TRex arrive. If at all possible, go to MGM for an evening. It is a magical place with all the Christmas lights.
ReplyDeleteI'm not ashamed to say that I've been to Disney World twelve times and Disneyland three times. Four of those times without the children. In fact, the boys had been so many times, the last few times we were in Orlando, they asked not to go--if you can imagine that!!
Best,
Bonnie
So cool! It will be the trip of the lifetime.
ReplyDeleteI am so happy for your entire family! It sounds so wonderful. I also have so much respect for the gratitude and humility you express. To take the time to offer your thanks, when you have so much else to worry about, is a sign of rich character. I hope it is magical!!
ReplyDeleteThat is GREAT that DQ's wish is being granted! We are still waiting to meet with our MAW team after Logan was approved for a wish. Although he still insists that he wants to stay home. Ha!
ReplyDeleteThat is so exciting for the kids (and yall!). YAY!
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