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Isaiah, age 9, Danielson, CT

“My son Isaiah was diagnosed with T-Cell Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia in April of 2005 and since has been on the most horrifying ride of his life – but thanks to the Make-A-Wish Foundation^®, he got the break he needed…My son wanted to go to Hawaii and get to go to the beach there. He loves to be in the water. When his wish granters came to meet with him, that is just what he asked for. They were great! They showed up at our house with all of his travel stuff, plus a big beach bag full to the top with all kinds of stuff for the long plane ride he was about to take… Isaiah’s trip started at 3:30 a.m. when the limo picked us up at home to take us to the airport. That was a first for all of us. The plane ride was very long, but well worth it. We landed in Honolulu and were greeted by a woman who gave us all Lei’s. Then we were off to the Hotel. We stayed at the Waikiki Beach Hotel, just 35 steps from the beach (Isaiah was in heaven!). The Honolulu Zoo was right next door, so he even got to go there. Isaiah wanted to surf so we took him to surf school. He loved it even if he only stood on the board on the sand – he got spooked and didn’t get in the water, but it was a beautiful day anyways! He snorkeled at Hanauma Bay, went to the Dole Plantation, and tried to go parasailing. He didn’t quite make it, but he made sure I did! We were off to Sea Life Park for a day of fun and an evening at a Luau…It was great! The week ended with shopping and some sight-seeing. I can honestly say he had the time of his life, and we are just so grateful to all of you…I know none of this could happen without all the people who donate to the wonderful cause, so a BIG “thank you” to everyone who helps make these kids’ wishes come true – you all are angels! What you do for these kids is wonderful. I can only pray you continue to get the support you need to make many more wishes come true as you have done for Isaiah.”

-Isaiah’s Mom