Hasta La Motion!

Ever since he was young, wish kid Peter has dreamed of being a naval aviator. An avid student and athlete, this sixteen-year-old’s ambitions came to a halt after a debilitating seizure episode and subsequent cancer diagnosis that left him facing a long and difficult treatment plan. With the support of his family, Peter bravely faced chemotherapy, radiation and prolonged hospital stays. Through it all, Peter never let go of passion and reverence for the military. When Peter learned that he would receive a wish from Make-A-Wish Mid-Atlantic, he and his family knew exactly what would lift his spirits and bring him the hope to continue battling. Peter wished to go out on an active aircraft carrier. This is his story. Special thank you to the US Navy*, the service men and women at Norfolk Naval Station and the crew of the USS Harry S. Truman for assisting in granting Peter’s wish and for selflessly going above-and-beyond to help bring Peter’s dream back to life.