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Show COMBAT STRENGTH THROUGH LOGISTICS Around the Hill What's happening on base See Pages 17-2- 1. Dec. 21, 1990 14 WdsIaI Slnfi)S ' ' - fet? fi o)g0o You could say Christmas will come twice for Rob-b- y Hargreaves this year. son of SSgt. Robert and Debbie to a day back in October was treated Hargreaves that could rival any Christmas celebration. It came complete with police cars, fire engines, helicopters and a Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle. Lots of tots will find those things under the tree this year, but the ones Robby saw and rode in that day were real, courtesy of Hill AFB officials and the a Utah Chapter of organization that grants the wishes of seriously ill children. Robby has hystiocytosis, a rare and often fatal immune system disorder. He just came off his third round of chemotherapy. "When he has chemotherapy, the disease clears up; but when he goes off the treatment, it comes back. Each time they've given him a stronger treatment and we're hoping he'll go into remission this time. We'll know in three to six months," said Ser of the 84th Radar Evaluation geant Hargreaves, " Squadron. His wife, who is an accounting technician in the Financial Management Directorate, said, "Right now he doesn't have any signs of the disease. We're trying to be really optimistic." Mrs. Hargreaves' mother lives in California and The Make-A-Wis- vv 'is- k - v - WW h, non-prof- it 1. mm h. 1 Hilltop Times staff writer "' She contacted read an article about the organization about her grandson, and the California branch, in turn, contacted its Utah counterpart. Planning the events went from there. Robby's day began with a ride to the base museum in a 2849th Security Police Squadron car. Since he loves sirens of any kind, the ride was a real treat for Robby, his mother said. Once at the museum, the youngster got to see plenty of another one of his favorite The museum visit was followed up by a stop at the base fire station. There, Robby got to ride in one of the fire trucks and even help spray the Make-A-Wis- by Oebbie Christiansen things-helicop- ters. hose. Next came a trip to the flight line and a ride on a local television station's helicopter. The final stop of the day was the Noncommissioned Officers' Club for lunch. At the club, a Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle joined Robby and his family; including Mrs. Hargreaves' mother, who came from California to be part of the activities; and Sergeant Hargreaves' parents, who came from Connecticut for the occasion. There was also a miniature fire engine three feet long and two feet wide, and filled with helium balloons for Robby to drive. It was the kind of day all children dream about, and one that Robby's parents both said he will never forget. "We received, a video tape of the day. He calls it 'The Robby Movie' and watches it about once a week," said Sergeant Hargreaves. The Hargreaves said they were grateful to the peo?i ; j ple, who made the experience possible. "They were just so supportive and really rolled out the red carpet. Robby had a wonderful time," Mrs. Hargreaves said. With the holiday approaching, Robby is anticipating another wonderful time. His mother said, "He seems to be feeling good. He's got lots of energy and is looking forward to Christmas." Editor's note: This, story was delayed from ap- pearing in the Hilltop Times because of a restriction prohibiting the newspaper from promoting any d specific charity around the time of the annual Federal Campaign drive. Com-bine- l llllIISSlipN vis-- - . . IlilSIII ' 7 .T,Jt ... V I U.S. Air Force Photos A wish comes true Robby Hargreaves, top left, and his mother, Debbie, visit with Hill AFB Fire Chief Steven Flem-minSSgt. Robert Hargreaves, left, and his son, Robby, watch activities planned especially for the little boy on the flight line. Robby and his mom, above, check out the helicopter he rode in as part of his recent day at the base. g. Make-A-Wis- h Who cro you hurting? Examine drinking, drug habits is Dirl lis Nineteen bundles of joy delivered 15 Sports Skaters score double figures...agai 16 |