Wish Stories
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Kim Meets her Son after 53 Years
Kim meets the child she gave up for adoption after more than 50 years, thanks to Wish of a Lifetime from AARP.
Army Nurse Darlene Finds Healing
Thanks to Wish of a Lifetime from AARP, Native American nurse Darlene found honor and healing after her military service through a Journey of Heroes trip to Washington, D.C.
Vietnam Veteran Jerry is Finally Welcomed Home
Thanks to Wish of a Lifetime from AARP, Jerry visited Washington, D.C. with other Vietnam-era veterans, and finally received the honor and welcome he was denied many years ago.
Paul Pays Tribute to a Fallen Soldier
Paul honors the memory of a friend lost to war at the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall, thanks to Wish of a Lifetime from AARP.
Valinda’s Service Honored in Washington D.C.
Vietnam veteran Valinda visits the Military Women’s Memorial for the first time, thanks to Wish of a Lifetime from AARP. Read her story now.
Anita Connects With Relatives in Japan
Peggy fulfills a lifelong dream of visiting the birthplace of Girl Scouts founder, Juliette Gordon Low.
Lydia and her Sister Celebrate their Shared Birthday
Peggy fulfills a lifelong dream of visiting the birthplace of Girl Scouts founder, Juliette Gordon Low.
Toki Reconnects with Family in California
Japanese American World War II veteran Toki reunited with his late brother’s family after many years apart.
Sandra Rides a Motorcycle
Thanks to Wish of a Lifetime from AARP Sandra rode a Harley-Davidson motorcycle for the first time.
Jake goes to a Denver Broncos Game
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.
Sherry Reclaims a Part of her Identity in Japan
Sherry reconnects with her childhood in Tokyo, Japan. Come along on the journey.
Peggy Visits the Birthplace of the Girl Scouts
Peggy fulfills a lifelong dream of visiting the birthplace of Girl Scouts founder, Juliette Gordon Low.
Jennifer Returns to the New York City Ballet
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.
Edgar Learns to Play Guitar
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.
Mike and his Grandson Watch Formula 1 Racing
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.
