Marychelo is a 4-year-old bundle of energy. Not even her illness can slow her down. Marychelo loves to play outside, and when given the chance to select her most heartfelt wish, she wanted to have "a swing set with a house attached."

The rambunctious child had no idea when or if her wish would be granted. One day her mom took Marychelo to visit a relative's house, and while she was away, the swing set was constructed. Marychelo's wish was just hours away from coming true.

In commemoration of the 20th birthday of Make-A-Wish Foundation^® and Marychelo's wish come true, friends, family, volunteers, and local television stations gathered at Marychelo's house for a surprise wish presentation party. There was even fried chicken, Marychelo's favorite dish, waiting for her upon her arrival.

Words could not accurately describe the joy evident in Marychelo's eyes and in her smile when she saw that her one most heartfelt wish came true. And Marychelo's swing set was no ordinary backyard toy. The set featured three swings, a rope swing, and two penthouses on top. Lots of hugs and kisses courtesy of an exuberant 4-year-old added to the festivities.