Video: Make-A-Wish gives trip of a lifetime for area teen

STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI)- Tuesday was one special day for an Oktibbeha County teenager. Nearly 15 years old, Jaylyn was granted her wish from the Make-A-Wish Foundation.

Jaylyn and her family will be heading to the Wizarding World of Harry Potter in Orlando, Florida. Staff at Columbus Orthopedic Clinic & Therapy of Starkivlle, dressed as characters from Harry Potter to make Tuesday’s reveal more special.

Jaylyn’s mom says Jaylyn’s a huge Harry Potter fan. Jaylyn suffers from Arterial Tortuosity Syndrome, which is a disorder that affects connective tissue.

She’s been through countless angioplasty’s or stint placements.

Jaylyn’s mom says this trip couldn’t be more perfect.

“A lot of those times we were stuck at hospitals for weeks at a time, so I definitely think Jaylyn deserves a trip of a lifetime,” said Kelly Brickey.

The family leaves for Orlando next week.

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