Diagnosed in 2023, I began dialysis, pursued transplant options, and received a new kidney in Oct 2025—now healing, hopeful, & off dialysis.
Month: October 2025
Physical Status Update (S+8 Day)
Halloween brings walks with kids, better sleep, upright strides, healing incisions with glue, and steady recovery progress.
Adding Man-Card Points (S+7 Day)
Shopping with dad, earning steps and man-points, celebrating Kalum turning 13, and joking about teenage strength versus recovery.
Anniversary Present- Honey, I’m Home! (S+6 Day)
Celebrating 21 years with flowers, Scattergories victory, family joy, and deep rest after a long day.
Yeah, Overdid It (S+5 Day)
Graduated to sleeping in bed, walking 1.5 miles with parents, feeling rested, and enjoying family visits during recovery.
Quickening the Pace (S+4 Day)
Pain easing as walking goals grow, time off brings space for healing, journaling, worship, and waiting on Chad's release.
Prayers from Europe! (S+3 Day)
Walking stronger with longer strides, restful sleep, prayers from afar, and gratitude for healing progress.
No More Heavy Meds (S+2 Day)
First shower after surgery, pain easing, family and friends bringing joy, faith guiding healing, and humor in recovery’s small steps.
Heading Home! (S+1)
Five laps around the living room mark progress after surgery, finding strength in small steps and resilience in recovery.
Surgery Day! (S-Day)
Chad’s kidney shows strong progress as I prepare for surgery day with hugs, prayers, and trust in God’s provision.
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Recipient Surgery Day
Six days of pain, care, and slow steps became a journey from fear to gratitude, carrying a new kidney and renewed purpose.
A Chance Encounter (S-1 Day)
On the eve of surgery prayers surround us as a chance encounter with baby Noah reminds me of God’s presence and fills my spirit with hope
The Night Before My Kidney Transplant
On the eve of transplant I stood between two worlds, praying for peace, trusting God, and awaiting a new chapter of hope.
A Mother’s Hug (S-2 Days)
Meeting Chad’s parents brought fellowship, prayer, humor, and reflection on serving God while preparing for the upcoming kidney transplant.