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Wish Stories Ian’s wish is something that would touch anyone’s heart- this little boy simply wanted to play and enjoy the things he was missing out on, as he couldn’t go outside due to his treatment. So what if Ian couldn’t go out to play in the Sun We made a whole magic world of play come to life right inside his house! The D-day was timed to be on his third birthday, and to plan this special day we got the experts to help us out. Step2, a US company specializing in children’s play sets, and DHL who sponsored the prompt shipment, ensured that we had everything we needed to create a memorable birthday party for Ian. Right outside Ian’s house, a huge yellow wind puppet was gently swaying in the wind- his smiling face and friendly wave inviting all to come and join in sharing Ian’s joy. IAN’S WISH FOR a Playground in a house Once you walked in the door, you’d have to watch out for Ian running around the house, leading a procession of his friends, carrying a colourful bunch of Make-A-Wish balloons. Looking around, you’d see a mini train set, and it didn’t take much to imagine that you were on board with Ian taking the ride of a lifetime. There was a play set with an indoor slide, and no matter how old you were it was easy to get caught up in the kids’ enthusiasm as they climbed up the wall of the play set and careened down the slide. For refreshments, there was a small kitchenette with lots of little pots, pans and food items, and in case anyone wanted a break from all the playing, there was even a min-spa set and pool! What’s a birthday party without food and Ian’s was no exception. If you’d worked up an appetite with all the playing and running, there was a selection of Ian’s favourite foods and a very special cake, which he had chosen himself- a unique Ladybug chocolate fudge and brownie cake, compliments of The Patissier. As you walk out of the party, the greatest gift you’ll be taking with you would have been the one Ian has given you- the angelic smile on his face. Ian’s wish was kindly adopted at the St Patrick’s Ball on 10 March 07 and Step 2 Ohio” This wish was made possible through the kind referral by Joylyn Ng from the Children’s Cancer Foundation. 10 Rajesh and Soma WISH GRANTERS
Make-A-Wish Foundation ® (Singapore) Ltd WISH GRANTERS Jane & Nura KIERAN Our 200 th Wish Child It is rare that a child is as much an inspiration as Kieran Brunkard. Kieran is no ordinary 5 year old. Not only does he have the supreme powers of being able to name every single character in the Thomas the Tank Engine and Friends series, he also has the magnificent ability of being able to charm the socks off any lady meeting him for the first time. Our wish granters, Jane Mercer and Nuraliza Osman, were not spared and truly learnt the value of sharing a wish through Kieran’s honest and sincere joy and gratitude. When Kieran was first approached by our wish granters, he stated quite matter of factly that he only had one wish and that it was very important indeed. We listened intently as he told us that he wished for a little sister! Fortunately for our wish granters, Kieran had also set his sights on a motorised wheelchair decorated with Thomas the Tank motifs given his passion for all things involving Thomas and his other locomotive friends. Kieran was growing up quickly, and like other children his age, wanted to have the freedom to move and play outdoors. After a flurry of activity, the day finally came when Kieran was granted his wish - a made to measure motorised wheelchair decorated completely in Thomas the Train designs. Kieran was decked head to toe in Thomas gear so that he would fit right into his wish party that planned around the same theme. Kieran’s joy was apparent that day when he could not stop smiling when he saw the party room decorated to resemble a train station with train tracks and direction signs. The cheer continued as the laughter rang through the room when Kieran was surrounded by all of his school mates and joined him in various games. We witnessed first hand the power of a wish, when we saw how the motorised wheelchair gave Kieran the freedom to play with his friends whenever he wanted to. Kieran’s wish also marked a milestone in Make-A-Wish Singapore wish granting journey being the 200th wish granted in 5 years. Kieran - from all the volunteers here at Make-A-Wish, thank you for being such a lovely child and for sharing your wish with us. We will love you always! This wish has been kindly adopted by Mr Kenneth Lai, Ms Soh Eng Huey, Mr Ken Crawford, Mr Ronald Ong and Ms Debbie Seah. This wish was made possible through the kind referral by Teo Lin Lin, Kieran’s parent.
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