You've Been Given the Gift of Life, Give it Back!

Welcome friends and family!

Thank you for visiting my blog. It documents my amazing journey from pre to post double lung transplant. I am a 37 year old mother and wife with Cystic Fibrosis who has been more greatly blessed than I could ever imagine possible!

It has been a bumpy ride, but God has given me strength, love, friendship, and, FINALLY, health. My prayers have been answered, my miracle was granted, and I want to share the joy of my new life with you.

If you are a first time visitor, please take a moment to watch The Miracle of Transplantation video below. To me, pictures speak a thousand words.

My entries begin in April of 2008 and my double lung transplant was December 10. Scroll down to my blog archive and you can read from the beginning or jump around. If you are looking for a specific topic, you can use the search engine.

Please feel free to contact me with questions or feedback, I would love to hear from you!

I hope I can help you to experience the love God has for each and every one of us!

May God Bless You with Miracles in Your Life! Nancy


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Friday, December 19, 2008

CAN YOU FIND ANYTHING MISSING FROM THIS PICTURE???

19 comments:

Judy said...

JOY TO THE WORLD!! Do you even remember when.......

We rejoice and watch as this miracle unfolds! What a marvelous Christmas it will be for you and your family as well as for all of us who have have had our wish come true!

We love you Nancy!! We ask that God continues to bless you and your family.

Much love,

Dick and Judy

Anonymous said...

WOWWW!!!! What a great sight! Your smile tells it all. Do you feel like you are missing something?!

Looking forward to reading that your draiage tubes in your back are out....that will be another celebration!

You look amazing in the picture. hope you have a good night, and look forward to hearing the latest tomorrow!

love, Claire

Blomquist Blog said...

Praise the Lord! Wow! I am blown away. I must say you look so good without tubes! Your beautiful smile says it all! Oh, Nancy, I know you have waited for so long for this next step! Way to go girl!

I love you so much and I am so proud of you. Keep making those steps toward your FULL recovery!

You have God at your side and you are kept so close in our hearts. I can't wait to see you after the New Year (when you are ready for me)!

I love you!!

Debbie

Cammi said...

OH MY GOODNESS!!!!!!!!!!!!! I WANT TO CRY!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I am SO HAPPY FOR YOU!!!!!!!!!!!!! WHAT A WONDERFUL DAY!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Anonymous said...

Oxygen!!!! yay!!! How nice to get rid of that thing!

I feel like you must be getting sick of me positing after every blog, but Im just so super excited that your doing to well!!!!

Caren

Anonymous said...

That is the best picture to see!! The kids and I continue to think of ya and are so thankful your doing so well! Take care hon!
~Jodi

penshark said...

Look! No tubes! What a wonderful sight!

All my best,
Carole

Anonymous said...

Yippee!! What a beautiful sight. We hope that you sleep well tonight. We are amazed at your strength and recovery. Keep it up!
The Shibuya's

Anonymous said...

We see whats missing!!!! Truly blown away!!! Holding you ever so close today and every day! Jacksons

Anonymous said...

We Believe in Christmas miracles and you are living proof! We are so happy for you and your family!! God has answered our prayers!!
Love,
The Asbells
Shawn,Amy,Dain and Paige Asbell
(Deb's friends)

Anonymous said...

Your smile is beautiful Nancy(especially without O2). I can't wait to have you in my dental chair to see it myself. I have missed you and have followed your journey through these blogs. I can see where you get your gift of writing with such passion...your Dad!!! Prayers for continued healing, love to you and ALL your family, Pam xxxooo

Nancy's Dad said...

This is the day we've all be waiting for!! The smile that lights up my life is back, but more importantly, the daughter who is the light of my life will soon be going HOME!

What a journey this has been for all of us. It is so fitting that it should come to a climax right at the same time many people around the world will be celebrating the birth of Jesus! I know my daughter's faith has given her the guidance and the strength to overcome all obstacles that she has been challenged with.

How overwhelmed I am, how happy I am, how grateful I am, that she has been blessed with so many wonderful and caring friends and family holding her hand on this monumental journey! I can see where this is going and I am smiling right along with her, and with all of you!

Thank you all...Scott, Gail, Leslie, Ann, for you four, more than any others, have helped you wife, your daughter-in-law, your sister-in-law, and our daughter in ways no one else was privileged to witness the way I was. You are remarkable people who loved her, cared for her, were there for her, every step of the way and not just because she was family, but because you all knew what I knew, that our Nancy was special...with the love and support of so many, many people from all walks of life that found Nancy's journey inspiring enough, courageous enough, to want to join with us on this journey we are all so grateful. Please, stay with us a little longer. The journey is just beginning, we've just gotten a glimpse of what is yet to come. Nancy's smile will guide us the rest of the way!

So let us celebrate and get this show on the road!
In my daughter's smile we will find our way!

We love you ALL!

Vance

Deb said...

Nancy, you look radiant! Your smile is the best thing I've seen all year! God is good! You, my friend, are AMAZING! I continue to be awed by your faith, strength, and optimism. You are a blessing.
I love you!
Deb

Anonymous said...

Uncle Dave says

Ya Hooooooo.. We have been watching your progress and you are one amazing lady with lots of help from above.

Keep up the good work cause berry picking season is not that far away.

Love to you, Dave and Elaine

Anonymous said...

Nancy, you look absolutely beautiful!!!!!!!!!!! The smile on your face says more than words ever could!

As always, you are in our thoughts and prayers!!

Tom, Amy, Alyssa, and Alexis Rowe

Anonymous said...

Hooray!!! You look beautiful! We love you!

Bridgette

Anonymous said...

You are so beautiful!

The Basye-Arland Crew! said...

I love that smile! WOW Nancy hoping you have a wondeful night of sleep, with no pain!! We are thinking and praying for you!

Much Love,
MaryBeth

Anonymous said...

Yayyyyy!!! No more oxygen!!!! Oh Nancy, I can't tell you how happy this picture of you makes my heart feel! You are beaming and just so so beautiful! How amazing it has been to witness your miracle and be a part of it by your dad posting so all can see. That smile continues to inspire me everyday and I know it radiates to others as well!

I love you so much my dear friend...
Lara

The Miracle of Transplantation

Pause the music player before watching.