I wish for a high tea on the beach
Nia
4
Rare Disease
![Nia has tea on the beach](/sites/default/files/styles/hero_story_default_1x/public/2021-08/1.png?h=eb4cc7fb&itok=D953aeCC)
Nia's Wish for a High Tea on the Beach
Nia lives her life full of joy! She runs and plays with her dog Miles, dances and twirls to Beyonce, and plays dress-up with all things "girly." This four-year-old firecracker from Alexandria, VA bubbles through life. Even while living with an incredibly rare disease, Nia embraces each day with fun and laughter.
When the Make-A-Wish Mid-Atlantic team met with Nia to discuss her wish, they were blown away by her passion and excitement. "Nia- and her family - are so full of life, energy, and love," the Wish granting volunteer reported back from their first meeting "Sometimes, a girl's just gotta dance in the middle of an interview."
![Nia Dancing on Beach](/sites/default/files/styles/story_image_full_default_1x/public/2021-08/Nia%20Web%201_0.png?h=6d75c9ba&itok=mucTmEr8)
Many of Nia's favorite memories are of family time at the beach. Her favorite family trip was to Jamaica where she spent her days floating in calm waters and lounging on the beach soaking in the sun. Pairing that with her love of tea parties - it was very clear what Nia's ultimate wish would be - to enjoy high tea on the beach with her family.
On her Wish Day, the family traveled to Wrightsville Beach in North Carolina. Nia was greeted by a beach high tea fit for a queen. The luxury event company Pineapple Sol catered a one-of-a-kind high tea picnic. Playing into Nia's love of all things girly- the flowy pink and purple tent and pillows created a tropical oasis. Nia and her family lounged, played in the sand, drank tea, ate sweets, and created memories to share for years to come. Everyone enjoyed a day as joyful and bright as the kid-of-honor!
![Nia and Family at Wish Party](/sites/default/files/styles/gallery_image_default_1x/public/2021-08/Nia%20Web%202.png?h=026830cb&itok=Ion2Eqqw)
![Nia and mom on beach](/sites/default/files/styles/gallery_image_default_1x/public/2021-08/2.png?h=026830cb&itok=Egcn8a-z)
![Nia and Dad On beach](/sites/default/files/styles/gallery_image_default_1x/public/2021-08/3.png?h=026830cb&itok=UPsMKyd7)
![Nia and Grandmom on beach](/sites/default/files/styles/gallery_image_default_1x/public/2021-08/4_1.png?h=026830cb&itok=KjZsi9bC)
![Nia Beach Party Sign](/sites/default/files/styles/gallery_image_default_1x/public/2021-08/5.png?h=026830cb&itok=jTv608BG)
![Tea at Beach Party](/sites/default/files/styles/gallery_image_default_1x/public/2021-08/6.png?h=026830cb&itok=ZyjsVb9T)
![Party on the beach day](/sites/default/files/styles/gallery_image_default_1x/public/2021-08/8.png?h=026830cb&itok=Pevy-mmh)
![Nia and mom on beach with wish kid sign](/sites/default/files/styles/gallery_image_default_1x/public/2021-08/9.png?h=026830cb&itok=WJT4GjXV)