On September 30, 2021, at IU Health in Indianapolis, Indiana, Hoosierville, USA, The Spinster Stitcher began her new life thanks to her Angel, a dream team of medical professionals, a caregiving squad of the other half of her heart, and the love and support of her beloved Dearies from both near and far.
It has been a month of profound blessings, challenges, and life lessons, and although she has not always acquitted herself with grace, love, humility, and deep deep gratitude, in her quietest moments, she has been brought to her knees with the sheer miracle of it all.
One month.
The prayer continues to be the same, but with a little more urgency as the fog of surgery starts to lift and the business of recovery continues: Please help me to be worthy of this gift and to live a life that honors all those who got me here.
Happy Kidneyversary!
A month already. Keep going Coni. I know you are grateful for the caregivers and the new kidney. May you continue to recover in all aspects.
ReplyDeleteHard to believe it's been a month! We all know you are grateful for each day. Prayers and best wishes for your recovery and new lease on life!
ReplyDeleteWow, that month has gone quickly! It is wonderful to see how far you have come, and you will go so much further as you continue to heal.
ReplyDeleteYou’ve got this Connie, can’t believe it’s 1 month already.
ReplyDeleteDear Coni-
ReplyDeleteYou. Are. Worthy.
You share your thought, feelings, worries, dreams, frustrations…in other words, LIFE…with us. And through that, you remind us that we are not alone, there are others out in this wide world who struggle, celebrate, mourn, laugh…in other words, LIVE… alongside us.
You remind us of the adventure that is life.
You are a blessing.
You. Are. Worthy.
Yippee! A month already! You've got this! It makes my day to read your updates!
ReplyDeleteI cannot think of anyone that is more deserving of a kidney than you. You are the cheerleader for all that are awaiting one (and other organs!). You have not sugar-coated the truth about dialysis and hopefully your honesty will be able to inspire others to donate. (I am a potential donor. Hopefully, something will be worth recycling when the time comes.)
ReplyDeleteHappy anniversary!
Congrats on the first of many Kidney-versaries!
ReplyDeleteYour words of gratitude are a good lesson for all of us. We all receive blessings big and small and as special as your blessings are and we can refer to your kind words as a daily thought or prayer. Thanks for writing this and congrats on the anniversary.
ReplyDeleteJoyful kidneyversary ~ What an inspiration you are.. and I don't doubt that your heart and gratitude are full to overflowing. You have "given back" in so many ways by your
ReplyDeleteexample and by causing us all to count our blessings... Prayers for your continued progress and return to vibrant health. Indeed, He listens.
Happy happy kidneyversary, Coni!!
ReplyDeleteThink of how you felt 21 days ago and compare to today. Amazing, right?
ReplyDeleteAnd worthy? You are worthy at all times. Your blog has lifted me up so many times and I know I am not the only one.
And you are going to keep getting better and better and giving back as you have been doing all along.
You are the best! Happy Kidneyversary!
Time goes sooooo fast! Yay for this milestone!
ReplyDeleteHappy Kidneyversary!
ReplyDeleteYou are so very deserving. You are one of the kindest, caring women I know and we all know how grateful you are. Prayers continue. 🙏🏼❤️
You’re doing great. Can’t believe it’s been one month.
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Wow a month. In the blink of an eye, it will be a year, and then 10 years and on and on. Thank God for unselfish organ donors that because of them, people like you get a new lease on life. And yes, you are deserving of it. No question.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations! That went by so fast! Happy kidneyversary!
ReplyDeleteOne month already? Wow! You have worked hard and suffered greatly. It is time for you find peace and quiet with your recuperation. I am so proud of you and how well you are completing your journey! My thoughts and prayers are with you everyday.
ReplyDeleteYour hotel is absolutely gorgeous!1 And so is your hair. You really do have such nice thick hair. It looks outstanding
ReplyDeleteThinking of you, Coni!
ReplyDeleteThe biggest change you face is the one to your identity. You no longer are tied to a dialysis chair 3 times a week. What to do with all that extra time? You've spent so long being a dialysis patient, who are you now? What does that look like? Just know that we are all here cheering you on as you find these answers.
ReplyDeleteYahoo!! I have no doubt you will make the most of this chance and live in a way that honours all those who had a part in it. Today I am grateful to you Coni, as I work to still my thoughts while working on my stitching. The FIFTH one I have done since I "met" you and was inspired to pick up an old hobby! Thank you.
ReplyDeleteHappy kidneyversary coni and may you celebrate many many more. God's grace is amazing!
ReplyDeleteWhoo hoo! So it will be 6 months then a year.....you go girl!
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Congratulations on your kidneyversary! What a journey! Here's to the rest of your wonderful life :-) xx
ReplyDeleteHappy 1 month to your and your new kidney!
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