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A Ping Pong Paddle for Shawn to learn how to play the game

Posted Jul 16, 2018
Shawn wishes for a Ping Pong Paddle so he can learn how to play Ping Pong! He sees several of his friends playing and really wants to be able to join in at school this year. This would help him work on hand-eye coordination and help him feel like part of a team.

Shawn is 17 years old and lives in NC

Shawn is a wonderful young man who struggles with the lasting effects of abuse and neglect. He has many special needs and requires a high level of care and attention. He likes being part of the family and likes working on fixing things. Shawn likes to eat Chick-fil-A and listen to music. Shawn loves helping people and wants to be a teacher someday.

The Wish Story

Foster Parent Association of Wilkes requests this wish for Shawn.

One Simple Wish posts the wish to the website.

Sarah grants the wish for Shawn! Thanks Sarah.

"Shawn- I hope you enjoy your new Ping Pong Paddle! My Dad loves Ping Pong so I'm sending you this gift in honor of his birthday. Have so much fun playing with your friends at school. All the best, Sarah"

One Simple Wish sends the gift to the Foster Parent Association of Wilkes for Shawn.

Foster Parent Association of Wilkes receives the wish!

Shawn receives the gift from Foster Parent Association of Wilkes!

"Sarah, Shawn loves the new ping pong paddle!! I hear he is totally obsessed with it!! Your kindness has meant so much to him. Thank you for caring and making a difference in his life. You are AWSOME!!!!"

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