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Jacob, 7
Salem
To go to Disneyland® Resort
“I was happiest when my mom, dad, brother, grandma, grampa and I were on the rides together,” says Jacob. “I wanted to be there with my whole family for a vacation.” Jacob’s dad Chris shares what a wish does for children: “I think it lets the kids escape from reality, forget about their illnesses, and just enjoy life for a change.”
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Randy, 19
Salem
To meet the band RUSH
A devoted music fan, Randy got the wish of a lifetime when he met his favorite band RUSH backstage at a concert in Seattle. Randy spent time getting to know the band talking about the songs he loves, and left that night with his guitar covered in signatures.
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Lindsey, 14
Grants Pass
To have new equipment for her Middle School Band
For her wish, Lindsey decided to give back to others. This North Middle School student wished for new percussion equipment for her school’s band. The school learned of Lindsey’s generous gift during a surprise assembly and Mayor Mike Murphy proclaimed the day in her honor.
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Cooper, 4
Tigard
To be a construction worker
“The day was much more than we ever would have expected. Everything really was magic… every piece of the wish was beyond words,” said Cooper’s mother Kerry. “Cooper is a child of few words at times, but we can tell when he is in the ‘zone’! He was definitely in the ‘zone’ on his wish day from start to finish.”
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Addie, 11
Clackamas
To be in the Pendleton Round-Up Court
Addie’s wish was to be in the Royal Court of Pendleton Round-Up, the legendary five-day rodeo celebration. This little princess’s favorite part of the experience was riding a horse in the Parade. “It was the most amazing wish come true I could ever get.”
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