“I wish to meet Beyoncé.”
Zykia , age 12
Central and Northern Florida Chapter
   
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Zykia’s case of nerves was quite understandable the night she got her wish to meet her idol, Beyoncé. The 12-year-old was front and center among a group of lucky "backstagers" at the world-famous pop diva’s stadium concert appearance.

The Make-A-Wish Foundation® of Central and Northern Florida had managed to grant Zykia’s fondest wish. It would be a night to remember, a night the entire family would be treated like VIPs. For the time being, they could put aside their worries about Zykia’s medical condition – Fallot’s Tetralogy, a congenital heart malformation – and its accompanying discomforts, endless hospital visits and tedious doctor examinations.

Zykia and her family rode to the concert star-style, in a stretch limo. Then everything started happening fast! They were ushered into a special area for a meet-and-greet. Accompanied by family, Zykia suddenly felt excruciatingly shy as the stunningly beautiful star swept in to greet her adoring fans. Beyoncé soon put everyone at ease, recalled Yari, Zykia’s wish granter. "Beyoncé was sweet and welcoming. Once Zykia felt a little more comfortable, she went and gave Beyoncé a big hug."

After talking with the "Dreamgirls" star for awhile, they took pictures and said their goodbyes so that Beyoncé could get ready for her performance. Leaving the room, tears of happiness streamed down Zykia’s face. The family found their seats and enjoyed a memorable evening of glittering entertainment – it was 11 p.m. by the time the concert ended, but Zykia and her family didn’t mind the late hour, according to Yari.

"The family was so thrilled with the opportunity … not only to meet Beyoncé, but just to enjoy a fun night out together! I felt blessed to have been a part of such a touching experience."

Beyoncé Giselle Knowles – listed by Forbes as No. 4 on the list of the 100 Most Powerful and Influential Celebrities – is well known for her commitment to many philanthropic causes, especially those helping children. In the years since she burst onto the music scene as the lead singer of Destiny’s Child, Beyoncé has happily and generously given of her time to help the Make-A-Wish Foundation in its mission to bring joy into the lives of wish kids and their families.

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  • Hello, I am very happy that you to to meet the one person that means so much to you. You are a beautiful girl with a life ahead that will be filled with so much happiness. God Bless You and Your Family =)
    - Sakina 11/13/2009 14:02
  • I wish my family can go somewhere for the holidays wth Beyonce or hanna montana or any celeberties.
    - mahina 11/18/2009 15:05
  • I think make a wish is a wonderful thing, this is great! My baby is also a heart patient, kids go thru soooooo much when they're sick. My baby loves Beyonce' she is her biggiest fan. She is waiting for her wish. My baby is a singer too so i know she will want to perform on stage with Beyonce' and an opportunity to continue her dream of becoming a singer. Thanks Beyonce'
    - Janet 04/19/2010 8:43
  • I think that's great that you got to meet Beyonce. I wish someday to have the same opportunity as you did. I hope that you are having a wonderful day!!!!!!!!!!
    - Allyson 09/23/2010 12:03
  • Hi i am very happy you got your wish an that your dreams keep coming true. I wish you the best. I also thank Beyonce for her big suport and for making a wish come true. Best wishes to you..... :) Hope the best for you Kyzkia....
    - heidy 09/23/2010 11:10
  • Hi, I am happy for you that you got that opportunity, you will inspire many kids. I\'m also with the Make a wish Foundation, and It is similar to yours.
    - Jennifer 10/29/2010 15:14
  • One day I hope to be one of the biggest young stars. One day im going to be meet Beyonce and shes going to teach me some of her dance moves.
    - Jasmine 01/11/2011 19:28
  • This is so sweet. I would love to be apart of the Make-A-Wish Foundation
    - Jovonne 11/19/2011 9:53

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