Author Archives: NikkisNewLungs

Blood Sugars

Posted on March 25, 2012 by NikkisNewLungs

Another thing that has to be in check while waiting for transplant are my blood sugars. If my blood sugars are high I am more prone to get an infection. If I get an infection my blood sugars are going … Continue reading →

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Kindergarten School

Posted on March 23, 2012 by NikkisNewLungs

When I started kindergarten school the teacher had the class draw a picture with every member of your family. I drew my mother and I thanking the angels for bringing me to them, my brother and I playing, and this … Continue reading →

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Bill

Posted on March 21, 2012 by NikkisNewLungs

While I wait for transplant I’m trying to spread awareness and educate others about organ donation. Tonight was one of those nights. I got to team up with my buddy Bill. We spoke at a driver’s education class. Sharing our … Continue reading →

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Transplant Evaluation

Posted on March 20, 2012 by NikkisNewLungs

When I went through the process almost two years ago for transplant consideration it was quite an ordeal. One of the most stressful moments in my life that I have ever experienced. I remember waiting to hear if I was … Continue reading →

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Vest Treatment

Posted on March 18, 2012 by NikkisNewLungs
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Happy St. Patrick’s Day!

Posted on March 17, 2012 by NikkisNewLungs

Just went for an hour bike ride! Don’t forget my bike is electric (no leg work needed). And it was AWESOME! I went on bridges I never knew existed before! We took a bike trail to one of the lakes, … Continue reading →

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Blood Work

Posted on March 16, 2012 by NikkisNewLungs

Yesterday I had a quick doctors appointment. I needed to get a shot. When you’re on the transplant list, vaccines need to be up-to-date. One of the required vaccines is hepatitis B. It is a six-month series of shots. After … Continue reading →

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Home Cooked Meal

Posted on March 14, 2012 by NikkisNewLungs

So I had to go to my parents house today. When I walked in, it smelled wonderful. My dad was cooking steak, homemade french fries, and fried onions. Since it was just about finished and I don’t get a home-cooked … Continue reading →

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Reminder

Posted on March 12, 2012 by NikkisNewLungs

Today was one of those days that reminds me why I am on the transplant list. My energy level is very low. I sometimes push myself to do tasks that seem to be so simple yet require a lot of … Continue reading →

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KSTP channel 5

Posted on March 11, 2012 by NikkisNewLungs

What a morning! Thank you Joy Lim Nakrin at channel 5 news for speaking with me. It was wonderful to talk about my blog and awareness for organ donation. It is so hard to say so much in such a … Continue reading →

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