Merchant Services Helps Grant Girl’s Wish to Meet Tim McGraw

Feb. 4, 2010 - PRLog -- “Beautiful baby from the outside in.  Chase your dreams but always know the road that’ll lead you home again.  Go on, take on this whole world.  But to me you know you’ll always be, my little girl.”  This song, “My Little Girl”, by Tim McGraw is a song that 7 year-old Victoria fell in love with during her treatment for Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia.  “Victoria is a daddy’s girl herself, so the lyrics of this song took on a special meaning for her and her dad.  “Her dad is her everything”, her mother Patricia explains.  For her wish, Victoria wanted to meet her favorite singer, Tim McGraw, because his music touched and supported her through her treatment.

When Victoria landed in Florida, she was decked out in her nicest cowgirl hat and boots.  The family was escorted to a pre-party show and while in the elevator, they were surprised to meet and talk to Tim McGraw’s mother.  When Tim finally arrived, the family was in tears because Victoria looked so happy.  Tim met the entire family, talked to Victoria, signed some memorabilia, and took a lot of pictures with her.  Before leaving to prepare for his concert, Tim gave Victoria a big hug.  While the family was waiting for the concert to begin, Victoria said, “I can’t believe I didn’t faint!”  Words spoken by a faithful fan, an endearing little girl, and a special child whose wish came true.

Victoria will always remember what an amazing time she had meeting Tim McGraw and hearing him sing “My Little Girl” at his concert.

Merchant Services Vice President Bob Parisi shared “I couldn’t be more proud of our company and the work we do within the community.  Helping kids like Victoria experience their heartfelt wish not only makes us feel good but, more importantly, we know it is making a difference in the lives of these inspirational children and their families.”
Founded in 1995, Merchant Services is a leading provider of e-commerce solutions to businesses throughout the United States.  Recognized in 2009 by Inc. Magazine as one of The 5000 Fastest Growing Privately-Held Companies in the U.S., Merchant Services provides sound, reliable and cost-effective bankcard and e-commerce support to tens of thousands of business partners nationwide.

Since 1980, the Make-A-Wish Foundation® has enriched the lives of children with life-threatening medical conditions through its wish-granting work. Since its beginning, the organization has reached more than 174,000 children around the world. The Foundation's mission reflects the life-changing impact that a Make-A-Wish® experience has on children, families, and entire communities. To learn more about the Make-A-Wish Foundation® of Orange County and the Inland Empire please visit www.wishocie.org.

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Founded in 1995, Merchant Services is a leading provider of e-commerce solutions to businesses throughout the United States. Recognized in 2009 by Inc. Magazine as one of The 5000 Fastest Growing Privately-Held Companies in the U.S., Merchant Services provides sound, reliable and cost-effective bankcard and e-commerce support to tens of thousands of business partners nationwide.