Louis Wished to Have an Army-Themed Play Set

Louis has always been fascinated by the military – because they are brave and they protect people. At the grocery store or on the street, if there’s a military person within his sight, he approaches them with an enthusiastic smile and an arsenal of questions.

When he was diagnosed with Burkitt’s Lymphoma at the age of 4, his love of the army took on a whole new meaning as he battled the “germies” to get better and become a veteran. Louis and his father shaved their heads not because he may lose his hair but because that’s what soldiers do. His next assignment was to find a fort “because EVERY soldier has a fort.”

With one wish, his army-themed play set was delivered, fully-equipped with slides, monkey bars and everything Louis needs for some carefree combat. A small brigade of special friends – army reservists – stopped by to join in the fun and keep him on top of his duties. They gave him a camouflage uniform and sleeping bag, dog tags, a canteen and some face paint. They taught him all about his new gear.
 
According to Louis’ mother, “He couldn’t believe it when the reservists showed up. It just solidified that he would get through the fight. He loves his play set and doesn’t stop talking about his special day.”

Wish Granters: Deirdre Trevett & Norman Wedderburn
Referred by: Bernadette Brunetti, his social worker
Wish adopted by: The Nancy Strom Endowment Fund