Wish Stories
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Kathleen Rekindles Her Love for the Road
After her husband passed away, Kathleen closed herself off from what she loved—riding on the open road. We helped her rekindle her passion for motorcycle riding once again with a supportive community by her side.
Robbie is Electrifying
Electric vehicle enthusiast Robbie visits the General Motors Orion Assembly facility and takes a ride in an electric GMC Hummer!
Sharon Retraces Her Family’s Journey to America
Sharon celebrates her lifelong love for history by retracing her family’s immigration journey through Ellis Island.
Pat Bulldozes through Barriers
Growing up, Pat was surrounded by expectations based on her gender and was discouraged from pursuing any mechanical-natured career. But at age 66, she bulldozes through barriers!
Shirley Travels Home to be Honored for Her Service
A real WWII-era “Rosie the Riveter” and Seaman 1st Class, Shirley returns home to Franklin to be honored for her service by her community.
Ken Faces Two Fears with a Flight to the Ocean
Ken overcomes two lifelong fears—water and heights— by flying to the ocean, no longer letting fear hold him back.
All Aboard! Louvenia Reunites with Her Family on a Train Ride
Louvenia’s family surprises with an Amrak train ride to commemorate her husband and spend meaningful time together.
Judi Leads the Race in a Formula 1 Pace Car
Formula 1 racing super-fan Judi experiences her lifelong wish of riding in a F1 Pace Car at the Circuit of the Americas motor racing track
Quean Lives Out Her Wild West Dreams with a Horse-Drawn Adventure
What is it about Westerns that makes people love them so much? Perhaps it’s the film genre’s depictions of life in the Wild West frontier— the gorgeous but harsh desert landscapes, big skies, and the fine line between civilization and the wild. Or maybe it’s the...
Barbara Records an Audiobook in the Studio with Audible
Speech pathologist Barbara works with a professional voice coach and sound engineer in New York City to record audiobooks and capture her voice for future generations to enjoy.
Anne Flies Again at 101, Just Like She Did with Amelia Earhart
When she was young, Anne flew in a Lockheed Electra aircraft with Amelia Earhart. Her wish was to take flight once again.
Heinz Takes the Flight of a Lifetime
Lifelong airplane and aviation enthusiast Heinz takes a flight of a lifetime across the skies in a private Cessna airplane.
Colleen Finds Inspiration by the Ocean
Retired English teacher Colleen takes solitary time to write poetry and find inspiration on the beach, and spend time with her daughter.
Josephine Expands Her Skills at a Mixed Media Art Workshop
Josephine expands her skills at a mixed media art workshop at the Farmington Valley Art Center
Ignacio Reaches New Heights with His First Flight
Veteran Ignacio is recognized for his service by taking flight for the first time, and in a historic WWII-era airplane.
