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.
Become an Organ Donor
Consider these reasons to become an organ donor.
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.
Opportunities Gained (S-3 Days)
After a long day I reflect on meeting Chad’s parents soon, donor impact, and sharing God’s work through my journey to inspire faith and hope.
The 6th Grade Shepherd Analogy (S-4 Days)
Garage chores checked off while preparing for recovery, supported by prayers from family and youth groups as surgery approaches.
Freely Giving (S-5 Days)
From chores and Star Trek reflections to pondering kidney donation, legacy, and sharing faith with youth, a day of preparation and perspective.
Anxiety of Planning (S-6 Days)
Reflecting on work stress, family anxiety, and the unknowns of surgery while trusting God to guide and protect through it all.
Family Pictures (S-7 Days)
Family photos spark reflection on surgery, strength, accepting help, letting go of control, and trusting others to carry responsibilities.
Soli Deo Gloria (S-8 Days)
Reflecting on Soli Deo Gloria as surgery nears, honoring God through work, ministry, and kidney donation while giving Him all the glory.
Hope for the Future (S-9 Days)
A 3 mile walk brings reflection on bloodwork results, emotions of meeting others, and hope in the upcoming kidney donation surgery.
Let The Countdown Begin!
Ten days from surgery and health tests completed, giving thanks for answered prayers and hopeful progress.
Not Left Standing
A journey of fear, faith, and timing as donor news lifts burdens, answers prayers, and brings hope to Chad’s kidney transplant story.
Oh My…That was Faster than I Planned!
Tracking health with a smartwatch, weight loss progress, kidney donor exchange update, and trusting God through upcoming surgery and work challenges.
Clinical Kidney Trials
Navigating missed appointments, heated CT scans, and a two-month delay with humor, grit, and renewed commitment to health and healing.
My Test Prayer for Testing
Prayer, optimism, and a well-timed devotional collide the night before testing to see if I’m kidney-worthy.
The Future of Artificial Kidneys
A breakthrough implantable artificial kidney is moving closer to reality, offering continuous, dialysis‑free care and new hope for people living with kidney disease.