Follow Giulietta's Journey

Make-A-Wish is a nonprofit organization that grants wishes to children who have been diagnosed with a critical illness. The wish is meant to give the child and their family an experience that brings hope, strength, and joy during a difficult time. For our family, Benji, Giulietta, and Sisi were each granted a wish, and all three trips became some of the happiest memories we have. Giulietta’s wish was originally scheduled for May 2020, but when COVID shut down all travel and w

Camp Greenacres Summer Camp When Benji and Giulietta were younger, they had the chance to attend several summer camps, each offering meaningful experiences that supported their growth and confidence. Summer is such an important time in a child’s life, not just for fun and adventure, but for forming friendships, discovering new interests, and building a sense of independence. For Giulietta, camp became a space where they could explore, learn, and feel included alongside their

School trips at MJDS have always been planned with inclusion in mind, and Benji and Giulietta have been active participants in every outing. From local excursions to trips to Montreal and Quebec City, the goal has always been for them to be fully involved alongside their classmates. Teachers, support staff, and peers at Montessori Jewish Day School (MJDS) worked together to make school activities accessible and engaging for every student. Classmates played an important role i

Giulietta has always loved music. She lights up whenever she hears a guitar, ukulele, or piano, and she’s happiest when there’s music playing around her. Whether it’s a live band at a festival or someone strumming a tune at home, she’s completely captivated by the sounds and rhythms. Music brings her so much joy, it’s a big part of who she is. Giulietta developed a deep love for music from an early age and enjoyed listening to anyone play the guitar and her mom play the piano