Casey Age 8 North Vassalboro, Maine From Start to Finish, Casey Gets the Royal Treatment

Casey, 8, of North Vassalboro, had a grand time on his Disney cruise this January. His wishgranters, Katie Theriault and Marlene Edwards, reported the following:

On the day of his wish, January 6, Casey was expecting a ride to the airport in Marlene's truck, but was surprised - and delighted - when a stretch limo showed up to give him a luxurious lift through the winter storm.

Once aboard the Disney Cruise ship, Casey had a special room with his own verandah overlooking the ocean, and chocolates on his pillow every night. He enjoyed swimming in the many pools on the ship, and in the warm tropical waters while at port. He also met some special Disney friends - Minnie Mouse especially took a liking to Casey and personally escorted him around the ship. Casey even met the Captain of the ship and was named an honorary Captain himself. He feasted on delicious food - loved the spaghetti!

However, the adventures didn't just begin and end on the ship. Casey had a send off party at Applebee's. To his surprise, several members of the Waterville Fire, Police and Ambulance Departments showed up. They escorted Casey in full procession, with lights and sirens blaring, back to the fire station where he was shown all sorts of demonstrations and proclaimed an honorary Lieutenant.

And, on the return trip from Florida, Casey - who has an infectious good nature and sense of humor - befriended the pilot, who gave Casey the wings from his uniform.

Meanwhile, the Waterville fire department had located a fire jacket that was just the right size for Casey, and presented it to him upon his return to Maine. The jacket serves as a reminder of all the love Casey has shared and the lives he has touched throughout this experience. In many ways, he gave us more than we could ever give him.

Wish Granters:  Katie Theriault, Marlene Edwards

Wishmaker®:  Mrs. Stuart Symington

Special thanks to:  DisneyLand.