Girl, 11, gets Make-A-Wish dream to swim with dolphins in Bahamas

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — It’s a dream come true for a little girl who has gone through more in her 11 years than most of us will go through in a lifetime.

Kristina was diagnosed with leukemia at 8 years old and finished treatment in May.

She was referred to the Make-A-Wish Foundation in 2014 but had to delay her wish because she wasn't well enough to travel.

Now she's headed to the Bahamas to swim with dolphins.

“Well, I really like swimming and I think dolphins are so cute, so it will be really fun to swim with them,” Kristina said.

Kristina was treated to a sendoff party today at Northlake Mall.

Her family said the trip has given them something positive to think about during her difficult treatment.

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