A wish is a sparkle of joy for a child facing a long, medical journey.
Mason was diagnosed with kidney cancer at 10 months old. Now seven, he has spent most of his life in hospital, undergoing countless treatments and surgeries.
Mason was very decisive and enthusiastic about his wish – in fact, when it came to choosing his wish, he shouted it over the phone. He was certain that he wanted a PlayStation 5, virtual reality headset, and a TV.
All throughout his time in hospital, Mason’s wish gave him something to look forward to, while he was recovering from his painful treatments.
It also gave him the knowledge that even if he got sick again, he’d still be able to connect with his friends and family through online gaming.
Mason’s wish came true the day he returned home from hospital, after spending over 700 days there.
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A wish brings strength to a child going through a dark and painful medical journey.
Archer has always dreamed of having a sausage dog. His mum Brooke says Archer would often wish upon dandelions. “When I asked him what he wished for, he said a sausage dog.”
Archer’s wish came true in October 2023, when he received his wonderful sausage dog – named Jeb. After enduring brutal chemotherapy treatments for leukaemia, Jeb brought a lot of joy to Archer and his family.
Brooke explains how meaningful Archer’s wish was:
“During his treatment there was a long period of time where he couldn’t walk at all and had nothing in him to be able to even try and force a smile. I used to imagine him running and laughing again and it felt almost unreachable at times. And now here he is doing those things, with his own special companion.”
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"I wish for a fun family holiday"
Seven-year-old Grace’s life completely changed when she was diagnosed with leukaemia.
For the past seven months, Grace has had countless hospital stays, where she’s had to undergo painful procedures and endured scary chemotherapy.
Grace hasn't been able to go to school or spend time with her friends since her diagnosis, as her immune system is so weak. Her mum Zoe says it's a bit like living in a constant lockdown.
Zoe says everything has taken a toll on Grace – emotionally, socially and physically. “It feels like every day brings new challenges, and just when things are feeling semi under control there is a new obstacle thrown in our way.”
Grace’s wish is to have an Auckland adventure weekend with her family, exploring Rainbow's End, Butterfly Creek, and Kelly Tarlton's. She dreams of staying in a luxurious hotel and traveling in style in a Hummer limo. In Grace’s own words her perfect day consists of family, friends, Rainbow's End, fun rides and of course eating lollipops!
Zoe says this wish will mean so much to Grace. It gives her something to look forward to, while enduring treatment. “It is something we still talk about regularly and are so looking forward to doing as a family once we are through the most intensive phases of Grace’s treatment.”
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