I wish to go to the Formula DRIFT Championship

Arron

17

congenital heart disease

Arron DRIFT Wish

Gas, Gas, Gas

Seventeen-year-old Arron endured his first heart surgery on the day he was born. At just three years old he had already undergone two additional procedures, and three days before his fourth birthday he had yet another surgery. By the time he was five, Arron had three more surgeries, followed by another three at the age of eight. Arron has to take multiple medications daily and continuously undergoes rigorous testing and procedures.

When Aaron met with his wish granters to brainstorm what his perfect wish would be, he had many, many ideas. A lover of paranormal activity, the Paranormal Museum in Las Vegas was a top contender. As was the thrill of a zip line park, the magic of Disneyland, or meeting one of his favorite YouTubers. The last idea on Arron’s list was to meet a professional drifter. An avid fan of racing, Arron loves watching Formula DRIFT events and playing racing games on his Xbox. After watching every event up until the finals and much careful consideration, Arron decided that attending the Formula DRIFT championship was his one true wish.

Arron flew out to Los Angeles with his mom and sister, enjoying all the city had to offer - including the beach, shopping, and all the rides at the Santa Monica Pier. After two days in LA the day of the Formula DRIFT finals had finally arrived. Arron loved being an in-person spectator, watching as the professionals drifted around the track at incredibly high speeds, driving almost completely sideways within inches of another car. Arron met pro drifters, got autographs and pictures with them, and even stood atop the winner’s block!

Every step was my favorite part. If I had to say anything about the wish team and wish experience it would definitely be the word ‘amazing’!”

Arron