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Millie Returns to New York after 47 Years
Millie, 80, is a thoughtful older adult who lives in Florida. She was born and raised, however, in Brooklyn, New York and the state has always held a special place in her heart. Her favorite childhood memories are of her family’s tradition to see the...
Geraldine Reunites with Niece and Son
To Geraldine, family means everything. This spirited great-grandmother declared, “I will do anything for anyone who needs help!” Her life is a true testament to her genuinely nurturing spirit and the unselfish ways in which she puts the needs of others ahead of her...
Harold’s Race Car Ride
Harold, 84, has loved cars all of his life. As a young man, Harold began working in order to save up enough money to buy a car. Since Harold bought his first car, he has been able to take apart an engine and put it back together without a manual...
Cindy Visits the 99’s Museum of Women Pilots
Cindy, 72, is an aspiring author with a love for planes. Cindy has never lost her sense of curiosity, so when she inherited a box of memorabilia from her aunt, a pilot in the 1930’s, learning about female pilots became her passion. The contents...
Marguerite goes skydiving from 13,500 feet
WWII French Resistance volunteer Marguerite fulfills her wish at 13,500 feet alongside Red Bull skydiving professionals at age 90.
Rose Reunites with Lifelong Friend
Rose knows first-hand what it’s like to experience homelessness and abandonment. Through her triumph over adversity, she finds solace in art, giving back to those with limited opportunities and in a friendship that developed in the most...
Navy Hero Reunites with Historic USS Nautilus Crew
Wish of a Lifetime had the unique opportunity to honor 84-year old Navy veteran Charles for his incredible service in the form of a reunion. It was an historic reunion of the few surviving crew members of the USS Nautilus - the first vessel to...
Carolyn Reunites with Best Friend Yvonne
“A friend is one who knows you and loves you just the same.” | Elbert Green Hubbard, American author | Sixty-seven-year-old Carolyn (pictured above), has lived a life with many ups and downs. From a rough childhood, to struggling with addiction and...
Sue Reunites with Sister
For many, a sister is: a lifelong confidant, a fearless defender, and an unfailing friend. As they grow from bright-eyed, childhood adventurers to wise and caring advisors, sisters are always there for us. Part of us believes that they will...
Three Heroes See D.C. For The First Time
For the past nine years, Wish of a Lifetime has hosted an unforgettable experience for our veterans to commemorate their service and sacrifice with a bi-annual trip to Washington, D.C. This past May, six veterans from across the country traveled...
Davis Visits Loved Ones in Louisiana
Davis pictured with Wish Of a Lifetime staff. Davis, 86, has a tremendous love and dedication to his family. He and his wife, Norma, have been married for 50 years and raised five wonderful children together. As a team, they have extended...
Veteran & NYC Firefighter Throws First Pitch for Yankees
Sal is a U.S. Army Veteran, former FDNY firefighter, and proud New Yorker whose dream came true to throw the first pitch at Yankee Stadium.
Diane and Lorraine Embrace their Amish Heritage
What does it mean to be Amish? This is a question that most of us will never ask ourselves, as there are only about 250,000 Amish people in North America. However, most of us will wonder about our heritage. We can order a DNA kit for detailed...
Jackie Joins an Archaeological Dig
Jacqueline “Jackie” was born in England in 1931. Fascinated by the long history around her - from the Stonehenge to the Stone circles, Jackie developed an appreciation for the past that matured into a desire to one day discover a piece of...
Lorette Reunites with Rosie the Riveters
“They are in the shipyards, lumber mills, steel mills, foundries. They are electricians, mechanics, and even boilermakers. They operate streetcars, buses, cranes, and tractors. Women engineers are working in the drafting rooms and women...
