I try to only blog about the positive things in life. There is enough drama and sorrow everywhere else. We are about to embark on a miracle journey and that is the biggest positive in my life so far, so it deserves time here. After spending the last 2 years fighting kidney disease, quietly and while not complaining, Joe is about to be cured. He will receive a kidney from his child, completing a cycle of life that few will ever experience. How many children can give life to their parents? Isn't that usually the other way around?
Once they knew that he needed a kidney, the reaction was swift. So many, including friends were willing, but only one would be chosen....and I truly believe God has His plan. It was truly in His hands. We will never forget the love extended by offers of those who for one reason or another, could not be chosen. When you offer to give up a part of your body, you are showing true love.
Joe does not complain as he goes through endless testing, medications and surgeries. He goes to work each day, regardless of exhaustion. He has shown exactly what he is made of. Determination, the need to take care of his family, humility and the list goes on. He is just plain tough.
Our reward will come when, as U of M promises, he will feel healthier by the hour after surgery, returning to a state of health and life to go on for many years as husband, father and Papa. God knew how much we needed him and He will take us through this. There is going to be one big celebration party coming!
