I wish to see snow

Iris

9

cancer

Iris sees snow

Snow, Winter Paradise and Everlasting Memories

When Iris was 3, her family learned that she had a cancer that would require intensive medical treatments.

“Her diagnosis changed a lot,” said Kristin, Iris’ mom. “We went from planning everything to living in the moment because we didn’t know what was going to happen next.”

Inspired by her favorite movie, the one thing that truly brightened Iris’ spirits throughout her treatments was daydreaming about wintry imagery. After connecting with Make-A-Wish®, Iris knew she wanted to experience snow for herself. Soon, the family traveled to the winter paradise of Vermont. There, Iris and her siblings beamed with excitement as they went ice skating, built snowmen and took skiing lessons. While the weather was chilly, warm feelings of joy filled Iris’ heart.

[Iris' wish] gives her a way to be with friends and share her experiences.
Isaac
Iris' dad
Iris playing in the snow
Wish kid Iris
Wish kid Iris and her family play in the snow
Wish kid Iris
Wish kid Iris and her sister play in the snow
Wish kid Iris and her family play in the snow
Wish kid Iris and family on her wish to see snow

“It was literally the first time in three years that we did not think about [Iris’ illness],” said Kristin. “All we did was spend time together and enjoy each other’s company.”

Now 9, Iris is on the road to recovery. Her life-changing wish not only created everlasting family memories, it gave her renewed strength on her health journey. “[Iris’ wish] gives her a way to be with friends and share her experiences,” said Isaac, Iris’ dad. “You can definitely see the change in her.”