Operation North Pole in Rosemont

Excerpts from the DailyHerald.com:

Every year, the nonprofit organization Operation North Pole transforms the ballroom at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont into a magical winter wonderland, specifically for children with serious and terminal illnesses and their families. This heartwarming event started with nearly 70 families boarding a train at the Metra station in Des Plaines, heading to Crystal Lake. On their return trip, police officers, firefighters, and local residents lined up at each stop, waving and cheering as the decorated train passed by.

Once at the convention center, the kids and their families walked through a long line of police officers and firefighters, who knelt down and clapped as the children entered the ballroom. The atmosphere was filled with joy, laughter, and a sense of wonder that made everyone feel like they were part of something truly special.

Ten-year-old Johnathan Suerth was diagnosed with Duchenne muscular dystrophy at age five, a progressive muscle-wasting disease that often leads to a shortened lifespan. His mother, Margo Davison, shared how the diagnosis changed their lives. “At first, it was really hard,” she said. “You don’t know what the future holds anymore. But over time, we’ve learned to cherish every moment we have together.”

Despite his condition, Johnathan loves making people laugh, creating YouTube videos, and playing video games. He doesn’t make a Christmas list because he prefers surprises, though he did mention an Xbox One—just in case. If Santa doesn’t bring it, he’s in line for other gifts, thanks to volunteers who adopt each child’s wish list and spend around $50,000 on presents each year.

“For some of these families, this might be their last Christmas together,” said Crossin, a volunteer with Operation North Pole. “Our goal is to create unforgettable memories and give them something to look forward to, even in the hardest of times.”

Davison is hopeful for a cure, but she knows the road ahead is tough. While there are treatments available for earlier stages of the disease, no effective options exist for those in more advanced stages. “I just hope they find a solution before it's too late for him,” she said. “But if not, I just want him to be happy.”

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