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Powering Through...

So we are just past 12 weeks post transplant...and what a ride.  Eric is doing great and still continues to amaze me and others who know him with how well he is doing.

Every day is a new aspect of normal.  I joked at one point that he could only "milk this transplant" for so long.  But you know what, he can milk what he has gone through for life  because he has a second chance and renewed energy.  He waited for SO long, 33 months, and came out on top swinging.  I know, because I was there every minute of it.  Learning the new normal for us both, new roles because he can do so much more, is the biggest adjustment. He continues to get stronger and more independent and that is awesome.

I know I go over the top in certain ways because that is my nature with my job.  When they come in to review my program every aspect is looked at closely. And at work, that is what is needed,  but at home, not so much.  So I continue to grow and work on me to be better for me..and everyone who encounters me.

This whole journey is an eye opener as to the power of the human spirit...what you can overcome.  And I will NEVER take anything away from Eric or any recipient, but speaking to people who know someone who is the caregiver in this situation, be kind to them.  No, they did not endure the physical toll as their loved ones did and they are "fine" but they are there.  They are there everyday, going through every emotional roller coaster...and they persist, because of love and commitment, and HOPE.  Because that is the greatest.

So we all push through, and we find a new normal... a normal for anyone going through this, because no one's journey is the same and no one should be judged because we all will do something that may not be the best, but it is always with the best intentions.

So every day is a gift, not just because of his transplant, because any day that we wake up and have another day with those we love...is another day to tell someone how we feel.  Make the most of them!

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