Four-year-old Simon enjoys playing at the beach to collect seashells and adores dolphins. He’s active, cheerful and loves to run after bubbles. He especially enjoys hanging out with his brother and sister as they play together outdoors. Simon’s wish was to go on a Florida beach trip in the Sanibel area with his family. Simon’s […]
At just one-year-old, Noah has undergone far too many hospital stays, treatments and studies. Noah spent the first four months of his life in NICU (neonatal intensive care unit) and has a rare form of Muscular Dystrophy called Myotubular Myopathy. When Wishes & More met with Mom & Dad, they talked about providing a wish
Hannah is a eighteen-year-old, first year at Normandale College awaiting a Kidney Transplant. Three days a week, Hannah spends her day getting dialysis. This schedule, and the complications of kidney failure, is exhausting and drains this sweet young lady of her strength. Unfortunately, this will remain her routine until she gets the long-awaited word that
Hayden is a three-year-old who has been diagnosed with second chromosome deletion, which has caused 11 birth defects and health issues. Due to his diagnosis he is nonverbal and uses a feeding tube for nourishment. But despite his health conditions, Hayden is an active child and enjoys the outdoors, theatre, as well as circuses. However,
Join us (virtually) at Alan’s Big Blue Bike Ride! Alan is a kind-hearted young man with uncontrolled epilepsy and Tuberous Sclerosis, which is a genetic disease that forms numerous tumors on vital organs. While Alan cannot ride a traditional bike because of his epilepsy, he still enjoys spending time outdoors with his parents and feeling
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The 2018 Wishes & More Annual Golf Classic will be held at Town & Country Club on Monday, June 18, 2018! Special guest speaker during dinner program – MN Vikings GM, Rick Spielman. Town & Country Club 300 N Mississippi River Blvd St Paul, MN 55104 Monday, June 18 10:30am – Registration & Driving Range
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Rylie is a 18-year-old battling Osteosarcoma. As you may remember, Rylie picked out her wish activities live on-stage at the Winter Ball in February and she chose parasailing, a sunset dolphin cruise and a deep sea fishing charter! She also selected a relaxing condo over a bustling hotel. This wasn’t only Rylie’s first flight, it
Kaylee is a one-year-old from Eau Claire, Wisconsin. Kaylee suffers from a brain infection which causes fluid to build up on her brain. The fluids are drained by frequent surgeries. Kaylee is receiving a very unique wish, she is being recognized. When Wishes & More met with her parents, they had a few ideas. Ultimately,
Lizzie is 7 years old, but physically, she is in the same developmental stage as a 3-month-old. This is due to multiple complex medical issues from her diagnosis of Pallister-Killian Syndrome. Lizzie receives a lot of physical therapy because of her condition, and one of the things that is very beneficial to her is being
“Hi! My name is Treynor! My Disney Wish was the best week ever! I got to go to a special place with my parents that had a splash pad so I could run through the sprinklers and play dinosaur putt-putt whenever I wanted. My favorite part was meeting Mickey Mouse. He was SO big! He
Having one child with serious medical conditions is hard to imagine but this family has two and we’re happy to provide a wish for both of them! You may remember Christopher’s sister, Elizabeth, who received a wish to go on a cruise with her mom and sisters last year. Now it’s Christopher’s turn to
Kendal is a sweet 2-year-old who has been bravely fighting Leukemia her whole life. She and her twin sister, Kenedi, were both diagnosed with AML when they were 3 months old and their family was elated when their girls made it into remission. In early 2017, the family was in process of a move from
Nora and Beatrice were both born with Chronic Lung Disease. These adorable twins started out fighting for their lives and enduring many long, nerve-racking hospital stays. Wishes & More first came into their little lives shortly after their birth and, unfortunately, the battle was too much for Beatrice’s fragile body and her passing resulted in
Santa Claus is coming to Acapulco Mexican Restaurant New Brighton on Saturday, December 16th for a special Santa Breakfast! Bring the whole family for a morning full of food and drinks, games, face painting and crafts. Santa and his elves will be there to spread holiday cheer for all to hear! [clear-line] Event Sponsor: The
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Santa Claus is coming to Acapulco Mexican Restaurant New Brighton on Saturday, December 9th! Bring the whole family for a morning full of food and drinks, games, face painting and crafts. Santa and his elves will be there to spread holiday cheer for all to hear! [clear-line] Event Sponsor: Myrna Bourcy RE/MAX Results [clear-line] Event
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4-year-old Ryan suffers from Transverse Myelitis, an inflammation of the spinal cord that has him anchored to a wheelchair. However, in his heart and his mind he is still “all boy” and he desperately wants to play sports and be outside “running” around with his siblings. Uneven and unlevel ground are additional barriers and
David is a goofy, playful 7-year-old with Spina Bifida. Although he is confined to a wheelchair, he does not let that stop him from being adventurous, wild, and funny! He loves animals, being outdoors, and learning about and experiencing wildlife. His wish began in Miami where he went to the Miami Zoo, Jungle Island, and the
Kip is a sweet, smiley four-month-old who was born with a fused esophagus and trachea. The first months of Kip’s life were torturous for Kip’s family as he underwent an unsuccessful surgery shortly after birth. Kip was quite a little fighter though and the next step was to have emergency surgery in Boston. Mom &
Lovable Emma is a 16-year-old from Bloomington, MN who has a rare condition called Aicardi Syndrome. She is not only wheelchair-bound, she also has major difficulties with communicating and relies on 24-hour medical care. Her family has been by her side throughout all the ups and downs and terrifying situations where they weren’t sure if
There is nothing shy about this talkative four year old who has dealt with a heart defect since birth. Von has spent his entire life in and out of the hospital with multiple surgeries and ongoing treatments, but has never let his condition slow down his love of life and learning. After so many struggles,
“Smart and a great sense of humor” can describe 15 year old Zane. He was living the life of a normal high schooler until he received his diagnosis of Acute Myelogenous Leukemia (AML.) During chemo treatments and long hospital stays, he watched football and Adam Sandler movies, and listened to all types of music on
“Semper Fi” is generally associated with the US Marine Corp and means always loyal, and Andrew, a 18-year-old with Lymphoma, had already expressed his loyalty by joining the Marines while still a Senior in high school. He was following the footsteps of his dad and uncles and his interests fell in the area of military
“Start spreadin’ the news, I’m leavin’ today I want to be a part of it, New York, New York” These lyrics say it all for this talented 19 year old battling Ovarian Cancer. Ali loves music and singing in choir and was looking forward to attending her class trip to New York City to see
The Growler is once again proud to help bring you Taps & Tables, a month-long promotion of restaurants and craft beer benefiting Wishes & More! Odell Brewing Company and Lift Bridge Brewing Company brewed a collaboration beer for the event, Peaks & Prairies Pale Ale, made with Minnesota blue corn, wheat, and Colorado huckleberries. It’s the second collaboration
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