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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Sunday, January 11, 2009

Happy Sunday!

I was able to go to church with my mom today, Hooray! I haven't been able to go to church in such a long time that it felt just wonderful. I was fighting sleep the whole time and had to leave to use the restroom twice, but it felt great to be worshiping with other believers again. God is so good and deserves so much praise and thanks!



I didn't tell you that I did get to the movie the other day. Marley and Me was really cute, but sad at the end. I would definitely recommend it, however. I only had to use the restroom 4 times while we were at the theater, I really got my exercise that day.


Today I am down to 116 lbs., though my feet are still swollen, I think the weight loss can stop now. It is hard to believe I could have had 25 lbs. of fluid in my body, no wonder I have felt so miserable!


I hope you have a wonderful rest of the weekend! My love to you all, Nancy

6 comments:

Blomquist Blog said...

Nancy,

You look absolutely beautiful! I just can't even believe how good you look. I am so glad you got to go to church--what a great feeling that must of been!

It sounds like the fluid is just leaving your body quickly which is great. Keep making little strides and keep your head held high. You are amazing!

Big hugs to everyone!

Love you,

Debbie

Anonymous said...

you are radiant!! still all so hard to believe and such an amazing part of my life to see your success.
much luv, as always -
Claire, Harley, Goob and Moxie!!!

Anonymous said...

WOW! What a beautiful picture of you and your mom! You both look GREAT!!! Way to go!!
The Shibuya's

Amy Deahr said...

You look absolutely amazing! Getting out and about must feel so wonderful. I'm so glad you made it to church and I am anxious to see Marley and Me. I can't believe how fast you lost all of that fluid. All those trips to the bathroom are well worth it! Have a wonderful night! I think of you often during my day!

Lots of love and hugs,
Amy

Anonymous said...

Dear Nancy--
You look fabulous and healthy! I have not had a chance to get to the blog since Friday and what a great picture to open up to!!

I am so glad you got a chance to go to church! We love you GIRL!!!

Love,
Bridgette

Cammi said...

You look SO HEALTHY! Your coloring is amazing! Awesome that you were able to go to church. Phew - I'm glad your swelling finally went down. 25 lbs. of fluid is insane! So happy you are doing well. YOU LOOK AWESOME, FOR SURE!

The Miracle of Transplantation

Pause the music player before watching.