Wish Stories

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 Finds Renewed Meaning in Washington D.C.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...

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.

Essie Honors Her Husband's Tuskegee Airman Legacy with Intertwined WishesWhen 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....

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.

Wish of a Lifetime sent Doris and her son Bill to Washington, D.C., where she was honored as a Living Legend for her service during WWII.

Veteran Naval Aviator Rex fulfills his WWII Veteran father’s dream to visit Bastogne, Belgium outside of wartime