A Wish 4 Leona

🌟 Wish Granted for an Incredible Little Girl! 🌟

Recently, we were honored to celebrate a very special wish for an even more special little girl.

Leona was born with spina bifida and has already undergone seven major surgeries in her young life. She has faced challenges that most of us can only imagine, including multiple procedures to straighten her spine and surgery to relieve pressure caused by fluid buildup. Through every obstacle, she has shown remarkable courage, strength, and resilience.

When we first met Leona and her family, we were immediately captivated by her infectious energy and joyful spirit. Her smile lights up a room, and her enthusiasm is impossible to ignore. It was clear from the very beginning that Leona is a truly extraordinary young girl.

When asked about her wish, Leona’s first idea was something Barbie-related. While we weren’t able to make that exact wish come true, we learned about another one of her favorite things—warm weather, sandy beaches, and spending time with her family.

With that in mind, we are thrilled to announce that Leona’s wish is coming true with an all-expenses-paid family vacation to beautiful Cancun, Mexico! ☀️🌴✈️

This wish would not have been possible without the incredible generosity and support of so many people and organizations. We would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to Club Med for helping coordinate the reservations, flights, and for adding some extra surprises that will make this trip even more magical for Leona and her family.

A special thank you goes to Yvette and Marna, who worked closely together on behalf of our committee to help bring this wish to life. Their dedication, compassion, and commitment to making Leona’s dream a reality played a huge role in creating this unforgettable experience for her family.

We would also like to sincerely thank the General President’s Maintenance Committee for their continued support of our wish-granting efforts. Your commitment to helping families like Leona’s create lasting memories is truly appreciated.

Thank you as well to New Brunswick’s Building Trades for your ongoing support and dedication to helping make wishes like this possible. Your generosity continues to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families throughout our communities.

We would also like to recognize and thank Corinthian #13 Lodge of Hampton for attending Leona’s special wish presentation. We have had the privilege of partnering with them through River Valley Chase the Ace, and we are grateful for the relationship we have built together. Their recent commitment as a Silver Sponsor demonstrates their continued dedication to supporting children and families in our community, and we are incredibly thankful for their generosity.

Leona, on behalf of Yvette, Marna, myself, and the entire committee, we hope you have the most amazing vacation. Your strength, positivity, and incredible spirit inspire everyone who has the privilege of meeting you. This trip is so well deserved, and we hope it is filled with laughter, adventure, and memories that will last a lifetime.