One year ago today, we got the call for Michael's
heart. We are forever humbled and grateful to the donor (and family)
for the ultimate sacrifice that allows our Son another chance at life.
You will not be forgotten.
Happy first anniversary to your son and your entire family. It I believe it takes a family to raise a heart recipient as we can't do it alone.
I know I NEVER forget my donor and donor family, they are with me in my heart each and every day.
For me, that first anniversary was a HUGE deal. I had healed physically and was at what I called "my new normal" in about 6 months ..... but the emotional healing took a lot longer. Every day of the first year I worried about my survival, about when "the other shoe would drop" .... on my first anniversary, I then felt that I CAN DO THIS! It was also on that date that I decided to start volunteering at my transplant center ..... that has been the BEST job I've ever had.
So may God continue to watch over Michael and your entire family and may God always bless his donor's family!
Happy rebirthday to all of you! Transplant is a journey you think you know about...but until it happens to you, only then can you truly understand! We remember our donor with a dedication rose on the Donate Life float in the Rose Bowl parade, but with each of Bill's heartbeats, our donor lives on.
Such a blessing for Michael and all of you. I can hardly believe a year has gone by. Bless the donor family also, and I do hope they know much WE all appreciate them because we do. xoxoxo
Such a blessing, the amazing gift of life! Praying Michael has many years to live life with a purpose...may we all appreciate each day! Blessings, Cindy
There is a lot in our lives that sucks, but there is also SO MUCH to be thankful for. I'm really happy that Michael was able to get the successful procedure. I'm happy and thankful that there are people out there who give vital parts of themselves, so that others may live. I'm thankful to, and amazed by those who have the skills and guts to perform these procedures. Most of all, I'm happy that your family is whole. Much happiness and peace to all of you...
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Organ donors give the greatest gifts of all.
Awesome to be able to look back on that incredible day, and to know he was able to move on and LIVE his LIFE.
I join my thanks with yours; there could be no greater gift.
And a VERY Happy Rebirthday Michael!
Happy first anniversary to your son and your entire family. It I believe it takes a family to raise a heart recipient as we can't do it alone.
I know I NEVER forget my donor and donor family, they are with me in my heart each and every day.
For me, that first anniversary was a HUGE deal. I had healed physically and was at what I called "my new normal" in about 6 months ..... but the emotional healing took a lot longer. Every day of the first year I worried about my survival, about when "the other shoe would drop" .... on my first anniversary, I then felt that I CAN DO THIS! It was also on that date that I decided to start volunteering at my transplant center ..... that has been the BEST job I've ever had.
So may God continue to watch over Michael and your entire family and may God always bless his donor's family!
so wonderful. bless that family. may they know your gratitude.
Happy Rebirthday to Michael. We wish him many, many more. God bless all organ donors.
Happy rebirthday to all of you! Transplant is a journey you think you know about...but until it happens to you, only then can you truly understand! We remember our donor with a dedication rose on the Donate Life float in the Rose Bowl parade, but with each of Bill's heartbeats, our donor lives on.
the gift of life...you are all blessed.
hugs,
Marie
Such a blessing for Michael and all of you. I can hardly believe a year has gone by. Bless the donor family also, and I do hope they know much WE all appreciate them because we do. xoxoxo
A miracle from every aspect....:)
I'm happy for your family's gift. I hope Michael is doing well.
What a blessing! And I cannot believe it's been a year. WTheck?
This will warm me all day.
Happy Rebirth Day to Michael... Hope he has many many more wonderful years... God Bless him and YOU, Cora.
Hugs,
Betsy
Such an amazing story! Blessing to all involved, including the donor's family.
ReBirth day ... What a wonderful thing!
A year already. Amazing. I can't imagine going through all that your family has over the last year. So glad he's doing well.
Congratulations to YOU dear woman. A one year old without having to potty train him!
I always wonder, why can't every one do it? (donate organs)
Has it really been a year already? Happy ReBirthday Michael!
wow, a year already? what a wonderful gift that family gave, and a most happiest of days to your boy!
Amen. Wow, time goes so fast. Lets hear it for beautiful hearts. The kind that beat and the kind that are generous : )
A wonderful day to celebrate. And to reflect on the one whose generous relatives provided the heart for transplant.
Wow! time has gone by so quickly! You all have so much to celebrate and this is a lovely tribute to the person who donated Michael's new heart.
Such a blessing, the amazing gift of life!
Praying Michael has many years to live life with a purpose...may we all appreciate each day!
Blessings,
Cindy
So glad he got through this. Doesn't seem like it's been a year already.
Deeply moved by the people who deign to donate her heart :)
There is a lot in our lives that sucks, but there is also SO MUCH to be thankful for. I'm really happy that Michael was able to get the successful procedure. I'm happy and thankful that there are people out there who give vital parts of themselves, so that others may live. I'm thankful to, and amazed by those who have the skills and guts to perform these procedures.
Most of all, I'm happy that your family is whole. Much happiness and peace to all of you...
Incredible. Just incredible. Thank you for stopping by my blog and for your very kind comments.
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