When five-year-old Aspyn began her Wish journey, she had no idea just how much joy awaited her. It all began at the Vermont Teddy Bear Factory, where she received a special teddy bear to bring home as a keepsake. It was at that magical Wishing Space where Aspyn's dream to visit Walt Disney World started to come to life. 

After a few months of preparations with her Wish Coordinator, Andrea, Aspyn and her family headed to Orlando! They stayed at Give Kids the World Village, a resort for Wish Kids and their families, which was nothing short of extraordinary. The resort was the perfect place for Aspyn and her family to stay, offering exceptional ADA accommodation that made their experience stress-free and enjoyable. Aspyn's mom said, "Seeing her taking everything in and enjoying every minute we were there made my heart feel so full." 

Aspyn explored with her three-day Disney Park Hopper pass, which allowed her to experience the magic of all Disney's parks. From thrilling rides to meeting her favorite characters, Aspyn had a smile on her face the entire time. "What really made this Disney trip magical was the fact that they are so accommodating to special needs guests and accessibility on their rides," added Aspyn's Mom, who was deeply touched by the attention to detail and care Disney provided. 

Reflecting on the experience, Aspyn's mom said, "I will forever be thankful to Make-A-Wish for going above and beyond for our family. The care, the attention to detail, and the memories made will stay with us forever." 

Now, inspired by the incredible impact Make-A-Wish Vermont & Northeast New York left, Aspyn's mom is dedicated to sharing their story and raising awareness for the foundation. "I want to show people what donating to Make-A-Wish really does for families like ours. The joy and the magic that our family experienced is a gift we will never forget." 

Aspyn's Wish journey is a powerful reminder of the life-changing experiences that Make-A-Wish provides to children and their families. Thanks to the generosity of donors and the commitment of Make-A-Wish, Aspyn's dream came true — and the magic continues to live on in their hearts.