11/27/13 marks three months since my transplant, WOW! It is unbelievable to think tomorrow is Thanksgiving, I have so much to be thankful for, especially this year. I have been feeling great this week. I had a good doctors appointment last Friday. My lung functions jumped almost ten percent! I am pleased to say I have been feeling well enough AND I actually have enough energy to be hosting a turkey feast for eleven! It is so nice we are going to be spending the holiday with family. Unfortunately, Travis’ dad and Deb are sick so they won’t be able to join us. We are very sad but look forward to seeing them at Christmas.
I want to share with you that I sent my thank you letter to my donor family, I am really hoping they were able to receive it today. It was very difficult to write but very rewarding at the same time. I will share one thing that I wrote to them- I hope it brings some bit of peace to your family around the holidays knowing that your loved one’s selflessness and generosity has given the ultimate gift to others – life!
I hope everyone has a wonderful and Thankful Turkey Day, Gobble Gobble Gobble!!
Nikki's New Lungs 
A Happy and Blessed Thanksgiving to Nikki, Travis and your beautiful families. We all have so much to be thankful for, but I can’t imagine what you’re feeling THIS year. Thinking of you! Gregory and family.
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I am so happy to hear how great you are doing, especially to host Thanksgiving dinner.Wishing you all a blessed day and so many more to come. Love you xoxo
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Nikki- I hope you have a very blessed Thanksgiving with your family. I would like to say its been a real privilege to be a part of the journey with you. I admire your strength and courage. I have always enjoyed our conversations together and always look forward to seeing you incredibly bright smile. Thank you for teaching ME about a lot of different things. HAPPY THANKSGIVING
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I am fortunate I have a good relationship with my donors family. It is a rewarding experience knowing your donors family.
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So much to be thankful for… have a blessed day with your family & friends! I hope to see you at the curling club soon! Cheers to you and yours!
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Very well written to your donor family!!! Love you! So thankful for you!!
Hope you had a great day!!
Llonda
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Blessing to you on this Thanksgiving Day. We have so much to be thankful for.
Thanks for the update, Nik.
xo
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Hi Nikki. Glad to hear you are doing so well. I knew you could do it.
Hope you had a Happy Thanksgiving and I’m sure you’re looking forward to a Merry Christmas with all your family and friends.
You have been blessed.
Karen Nerison
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