Guest guest Posted March 17, 2005 Report Share Posted March 17, 2005 I am lifted in mind and spirit by your reply, Judy. Thank you so much. > Hi Dane > I have been following your transplant with great interest . You have done so well, it must be hard to be away from family for so long. When I had my transplant we lived close to the hospital and my husband could bring my children in regularly. I understand what you mean about having times when you feel blue, just remember little steps. Your energy will return so slowly that at first you won't even notice, then one day you will realise you are able to do so much more than you could before. I pray for you often and hope you continue to do well. Take care of your mind, keep it in check., don't let it drift away from your target, it can play tricks on you when you least expect it. Know that you are in my prayers. It will take time before you feel your old self again, in fact I don't think you will ever be that person you were, it is like a rebirth. I thank God for each day now, and my transplant was 12 years ago on the 26th of March, two days before my birthday. I celebrate 26th > much more than my birthday. I so enjoy your photos, and thankyou for sharing your journey with us, I look at your web sites often and marvel at your strength. I don't think I would have been able to keep up with these the way you did. I tried to write a journal, but managed only a few entries. > I wrote an account later when I was feeling better, but it doesn't have the impact something like you are doing has. Your journey will help others facing the decision to go to transplant. > > Judy Telford Melbourne Australia > > > > --------------------------------- > Find local movie times and trailers on Movies. > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 9, 2005 Report Share Posted April 9, 2005 Hi Judy....my in-patient portion of this, though unspectacular medically, was miserable. It was all I could do to take a shower as well. I would force myself to get dressed in the morning, and try to stay out of the bed (walking, sitting in a chair) until it was time to go back to bed. Some days, I couldn't do it and just stayed in bed. Taking a shower is such a pain in the ass when you have a CVC hooked up to an IV pole! Now at least I can sit in a bathtub and soak, being careful not to let the water splash on my bandage. My life has certainly improved since being released to out-patient status, but I wasn't quite so cheery when I was locked up on the 11th floor with no fresh air and flourescent lights for 3.5 weeks. Thanks for the kind words....Dane > > Dane your pictures are always inspiring. good to hear things are going well. you seem to be managing this transplant with style. I have such admiration for you. When I was in hospital it was all I could do to have a shower each day, I admire your strength and pray you will continue forward to health and CURE. > > Judy Telford Melbourne > > > > > --------------------------------- > Find local movie times and trailers on Movies. > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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