KOSCIUSKO, Miss. (September 2021): Journey is imaginative and dreams about princesses, unicorns and her ultimate playhouse complete with a magical rainbow slide. Kids Wish Network made it possible for her to design her own dreamy playhouse, giving her family a generous Lowe’s gift card to create her ultimate girly hangout. “Sweetheart, you’re going to be able to build your very own playhouse,” said her mom Tara. “Isn’t that awesome?!” Journey’s mouth gaped open. She held the treasured gift cards in her little hands and joyfully smiled. Her new labor of love will be a special place for Journey to play and continue dreaming, she now knows her biggest wishes can come true. 

Journey’s early years were full of uncertainty. She was diagnosed at only 8 months old with Wilms’ tumor, a rare kidney cancer, and went through multiple surgeries, chemo and radiation treatments. Battling the cancer left her with one kidney, and it wasn’t the end of her cancer struggles. A follow-up appointment revealed a tumor in her heart’s artery. She once again underwent treatments and surgery to remove the cancer. She continues to be monitored every six months.  

Many Thanks 

Kids Wish Network could not have provided this wish to Journey without the help of the many supporters who believe in making wishes come true for kids who need hope.  

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Kids Wish Network has been making dreams come true for children since 1997. We are dedicated to infusing hope, creating happy memories, and improving the quality of life for children experiencing life-altering situations. We started with the single purpose of granting wishes to children suffering from life-threatening conditions but have since created additional programs to benefit kids nationwide, including Hero of the Month, Project Toy Drop, Holiday of Hope Gift Banks, and A Child Forever Funeral Assistance.