WOO HOO Sara's package arrived with the lab request in it so she can go give blood tomorrow :) I hope it does not take too long to find out if she is going to be my donor. I am chomping at the bit to get this surgery done and be back to resuming my life after a few weeks. I just don't want to wait any longer.
I have been feeling really good lately. I haven't said anything but UMC Tuscon told me to stop my medication as it could throw me into dialysis. I was scared that I would end up sick and shaking again like before but so far 1.5 weeks without it and I am still going strong.
I had such a wonderful weekend I really didn't want it to end! I am so excited to see what the future holds, only good times from here on out. After my great weekend I got to spend Sunday hanging out with the family, which was a perfect ending.
Sunday, February 27, 2011
Saturday, February 26, 2011
Cold weekend!
Its a bit chilly outside! Went to UMC yesterday and i start testing next week for umc las vegas donor list.
Still waiting on saras tests..could be a few weeks before we know.
Going to rebels game tonight and I cant wait! Another fun filled busy weekend.
Tuesday, February 22, 2011
Still Waiting
Sara finally heard from UMC Tuscon and they are mailing her a packet with her lab request in it to be tested. So once again we sit and wait. Another week of work...another weekend of fun! I really hope I can get the surgery before summer so I can still take vacation and live at the beach.
On a side note..The girls wanted Nerf guns at target...they have never asked for anything like this so I thought OK why not. Now I know what my girlfriends with son's go through. Getting hit in the butt with a nerf bullet, flying bullets everywhere and screaming....OH What happened to my quiet house??
On a side note..The girls wanted Nerf guns at target...they have never asked for anything like this so I thought OK why not. Now I know what my girlfriends with son's go through. Getting hit in the butt with a nerf bullet, flying bullets everywhere and screaming....OH What happened to my quiet house??
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| Hiding from the enemy...Jordan |
Friday, February 18, 2011
TGIF
They havent tested Sara yet- so hopefully early next week it will happen.
I am so thankful for Fridays!! And even more thankful my mom takes the girls...Thanks Grandma for letting me have fun tonight :)
I am so thankful for Fridays!! And even more thankful my mom takes the girls...Thanks Grandma for letting me have fun tonight :)
Thursday, February 17, 2011
Tuscon here we come...hopefully
Well we finally met with Tuscon Doctors today and what a difference!! There is so much to tell but I don't have much time as I have to go to a work meeting.
1.) They interviewed Sara about being a donor and just did a quick health screen. She is going to give blood and test this week. If she has any kidney problems she will be ruled out so cross your fingers she is 100% healthy.
2.) We will schedule a date if she is a match in the next few months and fly to Tuscon, have the surgery. They said I should only have to be down there 10-14 days if I bounce back because of my age and health. Then I will do my every 2 day check up for 2 months here in Las Vegas.
3.) The surgery is laproscopic so the recovery time is very short-which is great. They said the Marriott has all the shops and dining within walking distance. SO After my surgery I get to go out in town a bit, I can't wait.
4.) Most of the team is from Minnesota- which of course I love!!!
OK so just waiting to hear if Sara is healthy and we can move forward. Probably know in the next few days.
1.) They interviewed Sara about being a donor and just did a quick health screen. She is going to give blood and test this week. If she has any kidney problems she will be ruled out so cross your fingers she is 100% healthy.
2.) We will schedule a date if she is a match in the next few months and fly to Tuscon, have the surgery. They said I should only have to be down there 10-14 days if I bounce back because of my age and health. Then I will do my every 2 day check up for 2 months here in Las Vegas.
3.) The surgery is laproscopic so the recovery time is very short-which is great. They said the Marriott has all the shops and dining within walking distance. SO After my surgery I get to go out in town a bit, I can't wait.
4.) Most of the team is from Minnesota- which of course I love!!!
OK so just waiting to hear if Sara is healthy and we can move forward. Probably know in the next few days.
Tuesday, February 15, 2011
UMC Vegas
Well we met with UMC Vegas today to start the process. A Little skeptical that they only have ONE surgeon on staff. I am really gunning for UMC Tuscon to be my Hail Mary in my final hour. I meet with them on Thursday and hope to have more questions answered.
In the next 6 weeks I should have all the testing complete and be on the donor list. While I do appreciate that fact that I might be able to receive a cadaver donor I really want a living donor because the chances of a longer kidney life double.
My sister will start testing to see if she is a match but if she is not PLAN B goes into full effect for me searching quickly for another donor. Since my kidneys are failing so fast I really need to get a new one or I will have to start dialysis and not sure how I will work and pay my bills at that point.
70 degrees in Las Vegas!! If you live here there really isnt much to complain about- we are graced by good weather and plenty of vitamins from the SUN :)
OK going to give blood again!!! They are testing me weekly now to see how fast I am slipping.
In the next 6 weeks I should have all the testing complete and be on the donor list. While I do appreciate that fact that I might be able to receive a cadaver donor I really want a living donor because the chances of a longer kidney life double.
My sister will start testing to see if she is a match but if she is not PLAN B goes into full effect for me searching quickly for another donor. Since my kidneys are failing so fast I really need to get a new one or I will have to start dialysis and not sure how I will work and pay my bills at that point.
70 degrees in Las Vegas!! If you live here there really isnt much to complain about- we are graced by good weather and plenty of vitamins from the SUN :)
OK going to give blood again!!! They are testing me weekly now to see how fast I am slipping.
Monday, February 14, 2011
Happy Valentines Day
I am a big believer that friends make the world go around. Whether you are married, dating or single you should still take time for friends and have that special bond. There is nothing greater then 2 women or 2 men sharing a friendship. I have many good friends and each hold a special place in my heart. I have friends since the day I was born, friends I met in elementary school, friends I met in high school and friends I have met this past few years. I would not trade any of them for all the money in the world!!!
So on that note- my first friend EVER- since I was born posted this on my facebook. What a great way to wake up to a Valentines Day!! I couldnt ask for anything better :)
So on that note- my first friend EVER- since I was born posted this on my facebook. What a great way to wake up to a Valentines Day!! I couldnt ask for anything better :)
25 Reasons I Love YOU!
1. I love you because you were my first friend and molded my life.
2. I love you because in 35 years of friendship I can't recall an argument.
3. I love you because you always share your Burger King chicken sandwiches with me.
4. I love you because you had real toboggans.
...5. I love you because I smile every time I hear the name 'Molly'.
6. I love you because you will put a skirt on your head and dance around to cheer me up.
7. I love you because I ran into you during rush hour traffic on 494.
8. I love you because you wrote me letters while I lived in Tennessee.
9. I love you because you wrote me letters and drew me pictures while you lived in Hawaii.
10. I love you because you sent me rice candy.
now! I love you!!!
1. I love you because you were my first friend and molded my life.
2. I love you because in 35 years of friendship I can't recall an argument.
3. I love you because you always share your Burger King chicken sandwiches with me.
4. I love you because you had real toboggans.
...5. I love you because I smile every time I hear the name 'Molly'.
6. I love you because you will put a skirt on your head and dance around to cheer me up.
7. I love you because I ran into you during rush hour traffic on 494.
8. I love you because you wrote me letters while I lived in Tennessee.
9. I love you because you wrote me letters and drew me pictures while you lived in Hawaii.
10. I love you because you sent me rice candy.
now! I love you!!!
11. I love you because I can still spot your handwritting from a mile away.
12. I love you because you kept my secrets.
13. I love you because you would lie for me.
14. I love you because you are such a hard worker.
15. I love you because we did cheerleading together.
...16. I love you because your grandparents had raspberry bushes.
17. I love you because you are creative.
18. I love you because jumping in a pile of leaves and flashlight tag makes me think of you.
19. I love you because you can make up songs.
20. I love you because you let me nap
12. I love you because you kept my secrets.
13. I love you because you would lie for me.
14. I love you because you are such a hard worker.
15. I love you because we did cheerleading together.
...16. I love you because your grandparents had raspberry bushes.
17. I love you because you are creative.
18. I love you because jumping in a pile of leaves and flashlight tag makes me think of you.
19. I love you because you can make up songs.
20. I love you because you let me nap
21. I love you because we always went trick or treating together.
22. I love you because you are strong.
23. I love you because the best day I ever had was a day I spent with you.
25. I love you because we have the most wonderful friendship and memories that anyon...e could ever want!
Happy Valentine's Day to the sweetest heart I know! I love you!!!
Girls- I couldnt do it without any of you. I am so grateful to have Jill and Tracy be my rock back in Minnesota and Rumi and Holly be my rock in Vegas. I love all of you!!!!!
22. I love you because you are strong.
23. I love you because the best day I ever had was a day I spent with you.
25. I love you because we have the most wonderful friendship and memories that anyon...e could ever want!
Happy Valentine's Day to the sweetest heart I know! I love you!!!
Girls- I couldnt do it without any of you. I am so grateful to have Jill and Tracy be my rock back in Minnesota and Rumi and Holly be my rock in Vegas. I love all of you!!!!!
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| Jill and Molly |
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| Molly and Tracy |
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| Molly and Holly |
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| Molly, Kara and Brandy |
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| Misty, Jolynn, Cynthia, Molly, Brandy, Dinelle |
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| Kristina, Molly, Maria, Tracy and Denise |
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| Molly, Holly and Hedy |
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| Rumi and Molly |
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