Wish Stories
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One Final Sister Weekend in Black Hawk, CO
Linda, 68, has always put her family first and was especially dedicated to her husband. Unfortunately, her husband passed away in 2013 but Linda has fond memories of spending time with him while gambling. Linda’s husband always wanted to go to Black Hawk, but was not...
Robert Visits Washington D.C.
Richard, “Robbie,” served in the United States Navy for 25 years. Robbie joined the Navy in September 1937 at the cusp of WWII. He graduated with almost 40 others in his class at Pensacola; however, he was the only member of his graduating class to survive WWII....
Sue Gazes At Thunder Over Louisville
Sue, 77, of Brookdale Blankenbaker in Louisville, Kentucky is an outgoing, happy lady with a love for new adventures. Her dream was to view the Thunder Over Louisville event from the Galt House Hotel. This event consists of an air show followed by a fireworks show. To...
Josephine Reconnects With Former Student, Tony La Russa
A casual conversation between two Brookdale Tuskawilla residents sparked an unexpected Wish of a Lifetime. Shortly after moving to Brookdale, Josephine, 95, befriended a man named Charlie. Charlie is an avid baseball fan who collects baseball cards. One day, Charlie...
96-year-old Pilot Jack Flies in a Fighter Jet
After 30 years of Marine + Army Air Corps service and thousands of hours in the air, Master Pilot Jack’s dream was to fly in a Fighter Jet!
Archie Comics Welcomes its Newest Character, Alberta
We live in an era where digital outlets seem to dominate many facets of modern life. When information and entertainment are readily available with just a click of a button, more traditional forms of communication have begun to die out. Alberta, 90, grew up in an era...
Thomas Attends his First Oklahoma City Thunder Game
Sometimes it’s the simplest wishes that have the greatest impact. Thomas, 71, has lived in Oklahoma for his entire life. A proud and devoted fan of the Oklahoma City Thunder, Thomas loves how hard the team plays and feels they represent his city well. He never misses...
Ellen Shares a Special Reunion with her Son Mike
When Ellen was asked how old she was, she quipped, “I am just over the hill or you can say that I am a recycled teenager!” Nearly 100 years old, Ellen exudes positivity and her appreciation for life inspires all those around her. This feisty woman only stopped driving...
Allorah Takes Daughters To Trinity Atomic Site
Jo's world was turned upside down when her husband returned from serving in the United States Army on, “The Manhattan Project,” at the Trinity Atomic Bomb Site in New Mexico. When her husband departed for this mission, he was unaware as to the assignment that he would...
Peggy Revisits her Favorite City
When Peggy was asked what she misses most about her former town of Biloxi, Mississippi she stated, “The smell of the ocean, walking on the edge of the water and looking down, and walking on the pier. I think about it every night before I go to bed.” Peggy lived in...
Elsie Carver, 91, Reunites with Sisters After a Decade
Elsie Carver, age 91, is one of the friendliest women you could ever meet. She grew up in a small mining-town in western Colorado called Peonia. “I had a beautiful childhood even though we were poor,” Elsie remarked. She said everyone around her was a “depression...
Elaine and Barbara Experience Live Music Again
At Brookdale North Boynton Beach in Florida a friendship formed over a shared love of classical music. For Elaine Atlow, 80, and Barbara Walters, 94, music has had an immense impact on their lives but attending live musical performances has become more difficult as...
Mary Is Given A Special Gift
Mary, 84, from Brookdale Riverwalk, moved to Hollywood when she was only 5 years old. Mary was a child prodigy who played the piano. As a child, Mary played several roles in a variety of Hollywood films. Mary left her acting career behind her 9 years after moving to...
Mimi and Shirley Attend the Honda Classic Tournament That Leaves a Lasting Impression
Brookdale residents Shirley and Miriam “Mimi” share the passion of playing golf. Both Shirley and Mimi used to play golf, but no longer get to enjoy golf due to physical limitations. Being able to experience a golf tournament has brought back fond memories from their...
Hella Meets the Moscow Festival Ballet
Hella, 86, from Brookdale Freedom Pointe Clare Bridge, was born in Kiev, Russia in 1930. Hella started her training as a classical ballerina when she was eight years old. At the age of ten, Hella moved to Germany and danced professionally with a Berlin ballet troop...
