“ I wished to swim with dolphins in Hawaii ”
Name: Madison
Wish granted: 2006
Age at the time of wish: 8
Granted by: Northwest Ohio Chapter

Q: Why did you choose this wish?

A: I love dolphins and swimming in the ocean!

Q: What was one of your favorite memories from the wish?

One of Madison's favorite memories of her wish when the dolphin kissed her.

A: Swimming with the dolphins, and when [a dolphin] kissed me. I loved going swimming under a waterfall in the rain forest. It was so beautiful! It was fun seeing the colorful fish underwater.

Q: What's your medical diagnosis now?

A: I have chronic itching from my liver condition. I have been trying many different treatments. If the itching keeps getting worse, my option is to have a biliary diversion. My heart condition is currently stable!

Q: What are some of the highlights of your life now?

A: I am in the fourth grade, and I am a cheerleader!

Q: What did your wish mean to you?

Today, Madison is a cheerleader and a volunteer for her local Make-A-Wish.

A: It was fun to escape for awhile and just enjoy being a kid and the beauty all around me. I have made wonderful friends through this awesome opportunity. We were so grateful to everyone that wanted to give back and raise enough money for another wish child. My family has been volunteering for Make-A-Wish ever since. They like when I sell tickets, because I am good at selling!

Q: What do you want to tell people about the Make-A-Wish Foundation?

A: Make-A-Wish is thoughtful people coming together to give hope, joy and laughter to sick children around the world!




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