There are three forms of wish sentences:
A)A wish about the present : it expresses
a regret or dissatisfaction with a present situation.
The past simple tense is used to make a wish for the present.
I wish I had some money with me now.
I wish my brother were here.
B)A wish about the past expresses regret or dissatisfaction about a past situation. The past perfect tense is used to make a wish for the past.
I wish I had seen that film last week.
I wish it hadn't rained so much when we were in England.
C)A wish about the future; it expresses
a desire for change in the future.
We use would+verb to make a wish for the future or to
criticise or complain about someone's behaviour.
I
wish he would return the book he borrowed.
Note: would+verb cannot be used with the
same object .
I
wish you would have a rest.
Note: If only can replace I wish to express
a strong desire.
I wish you would come with us= If only you would come with us.