Monthly Archives: April 2014

It seems like time is flying by. Sunday was my eight month lung-a-versary. The results of my bronchoscopy came back on Monday.  It had been just a little stressful waiting for the news these last two weeks. It was a … Continue reading →

I tried something different, my brother and I took a Ukrainian egg decorating class. I am glad he asked me to join him. It was great spending time with him doing something unique. As you can see, my final product … Continue reading →

The Wall of Heroes at North Memorial Medical Center is a powerful tribute to those who have given the greatest gift, the gift of life. Last night Fox9 News featured the Wall of Heroes. Click on the link to watch … Continue reading →

After all the issues I have been experiencing lately, today was a fabulous day. I had PFT’s (pulmonary function tests) to check the capacity of my new lungs and I am jumping for joy!! My lung function is at 75%! … Continue reading →

Once again we spent a weekend night in the lovely emergency room at the U of M campus. I had a pretty severe headache on Thursday night that even made me nauseous. I ended up calling my transplant coordinator because … Continue reading →

Yesterday was not the best of days. I received the news that the darn blood clot I have had since surgery has not disintegrated at all. That means I will most likely have to be on the blood thinner, coumadin, … Continue reading →

I am so proud of my friend Reggie. This last weekend he finished ANOTHER Ironman triathlon. He posted the sweetest post on Facebook, he made me tear up. But he is the true inspiration, training for such an incredible accomplishment … Continue reading →

One of my dreams for a very long time has been to ride on the BIG rides at the Mall of America with my niece, Lauren. I haven’t been able to go on any of the thrilling rides ever since … Continue reading →

April is National Donate Life Month! Please remember to share the importance of registering to be an organ, eye, and tissue donor by checking the box on your license. If you would prefer to register online before your license is … Continue reading →

Dana, Lauren, and I stopped by the LifeSource office today. The reason we were there was because my sweet little niece,  Lauren, decided to raise funds for Lifesource for her birthday.  Since her birthday was so soon after Christmas, she … Continue reading →