Monday, June 6, 2011

Where Does The Time Go?

Ok. I know. It has been way too long since I have posted an update. It is not that I don't have anything to say. I do. Not a day goes by that I don't think about my parents, this experience, Roy and his family or some aspect of this journey. But all too often the day goes by and I find myself falling asleep before I have gotten to even half of the things I need to do. So, regretfully, the blog has been neglected. So, here are a few updates.

In early April Dad spent a few unexpected days in the hospital. He came down with a fever and chills late one evening. As any good transplant patient would, he headed directly to the emergency room. After a few days of being in the hospital, I had a hard time remembering how we managed Dad's three month hospital stay. I can only imagine how hard is was for Dad. Anyway, it turned out to be a somewhat minor incident - a strep infection in his leg. After a few days of some stiff antibiotics, he was as good as new.

At the end of April my Dad and Shannon (Roy's mom) made a visit to my work. They came to share their story with my City of Bryan family and spread the word of how important organ donation is. Janice also brought along her City of College Station family. Their story was heartfelt and emotional and even I learned a few things about my Dad that day.


Mom and Dad have been busy with Life Gift events. A few weeks ago they got to attend a red carpet event put on for all of the volunteers. I haven't seen Dad in a suit and tie in years! I must say, Mom and Dad both looked fabulous. Then, a week later, Dad had the honor of handing out medals at the annual donor family ceremony. Finally, Dad and Shannon were both on KHOU TV in Houston talking about organ donation and the Heck of a Blanket outreach. They interviewed a lady that received one of Shannon's blankets after her son's death. It was a moving news story and really got the word out about organ donation and Shannon's blanket ministry.

There are probably so many more updates I could give. Life has been non-stop for the last two months. But, to sum it all up, Dad has never looked better. He is healthier than I have ever seen him. We have so much to be thankful for.

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