OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) – A world of wonder opened up for 15-year-old Keyton Crone as he prepared for his Make-A-Wish trip to Orlando.
Keyton has a gastrointestinal disorder that requires him to receive all of his nourishment through a feeding tube.
When asked where he was going during his send-off, he responded excitedly: “Disney World!”
It’s Keyton’s first trip to Orlando, along with his dad and two brothers. He described his feelings as “happy, excited, crazy!”
While Disney World is a large part of the trip, the destination Keyton is most looking forward to is down the road at Universal Studios Orlando.
“Harry Potter World,” he said.
Katie Crone is Keyton’s mom. She said her son has loved Harry Potter for a really long time.
His dad, Keena, said he’s read some of the books so many times the pages are falling out.
“It’s kind of what gets him through every hospital stay, because it’s something that he can fall back on,” Katie said.
A trip was never possible until now, thanks to Make-A-Wish Nebraska.
“It’s really cool to see how people’s generosity affects these kids that spend a lot of time battling battles that are way beyond their years,” Katie Crone said.
Make-A-Wish Nebraska granted 118 wishes throughout the 2024 fiscal year to kids all over the state just like Keyton.
The family all agreed the most magical part of the trip will be experiencing this all together.
When asked if he was excited to go with his family, Keyton said “Yes.” When asked why, he responded: “Because I love them.”
For Keyton, Harry Potter isn’t just a story about magic. It’s about a boy who faces impossible challenges and finds the strength to keep going. For the next several days, his real life will be just as magical as the pages he’s turned to for comfort.
Keyton and his family aren’t just stopping at Universal and Disney World. They’re also visiting Sea World during their trip.
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