Seventeen-year-old Mason from Rapid City, S.D., wished for a family vacation to Hawaii. While on his trip, he wanted to fish, scuba dive, water ski, and ride a jet ski. The South Dakota chapter was more than happy to grant his wish, and made sure he accomplished everything on his list.

But what no one expected was for Mason to catch a 444-pound marlin during one of his fishing expeditions.

"I had a wonderful time!" he exclaimed to his wish granters when he returned to South Dakota. "I caught a monster! I was told that the fish was a sign of an angel in my presence."

Mason went on to say that his entire family was treated like royalty and appreciated the extra-special kindness shown by the Hawaiian people. "Everything was perfect," he explained. "I was able to have fun like any other kid."

He added, "I hope someday I will have the opportunity to see someone else have his or her wish come true and to know I have helped to make someone feel like I do - thank you to all of you who made this possible."