Wish Stories

Thanks to Wish of a Lifetime from AARP, Joyce got reconnect with her father’s memory and find closure at Pearl Harbor, after he was lost sea during World War II when Joyce was just 4 years old. Read her story now.

Mariko sings her original songs live on stage after not performing for more than a decade, thanks to Wish of a Lifetime from AARP. Read her story now.

Nathaniel honors six veteran brothers in a museum exhibit with Wish of a Lifetime® from AARP, a proud tribute. See his story now.

Navy veteran Gary returns to his favorite place, the Great Smoky Mountains, for a memorable and peaceful visit.

Deborah has felt the spirit of patriotism around her for as long as she can remember. It began in her childhood home, where she grew up under the strong influence of her father, a distinguished soldier with a 31-year service record. Later, she cultivated it during her...

Vietnam War Veteran Robert finds hope after being honored with an unforgettable experience at Mount Rushmore.

Former Rosie the Riveter Vicki takes the time commemorate her WWII Navy service in the WAVES at the Military Women’s Memorial in Washington, D.C.

Greg visits the 9/11 Memorial and Museum in New York City to pay his respects and fulfill his Wish of a Lifetime from AARP.

When you’ve lived a life like 91-year-old Essie, you have many stories to share. Essie could share tales of travel and adventure, love and family, service to others, and advocacy for equality. Most of Essie’s memorable life experiences started with a story, beginning...

WWII Veteran John is recognized for his service in his beloved hometown during the Maysville Memorial Day celebration.

Veteran Neil fulfills his lifelong dream to return to Hawaii, almost 60 years after passing through on his way to serve in the Vietnam War

After 5 decades apart, Mike and John renew their unbreakable friendship by visiting the Vietnam Veterans Memorial together to honor their lost brothers in arms.

WWII Veteran Hugh and his crew suffered a deadly plane crash in 1944. One of only six survivors, Hugh returned to Kaneohe Bay in Oahu, Hawaii to get closure.

Romay, a WWII Veteran of the Six Triple Eight battalion, fulfills her wish to travel to Jerusalem through Virtual Reality at age 102.

On her Wish of a Lifetime, Liz visits the Vietnam Veteran’s Memorial to honor her brother and other fallen soldiers.