BrokenHeart2 Posted April 6, 2016 Share Posted April 6, 2016 My niece called me on the way to the hospital. They got the call. I asked her how she is feeling about it and she said finally! I feel like I've been kicked in the gut. I want to be optimistic but after what I've been through my optimism has taken a shit kicking. For those of you who don't know what I'm talking about. My 21 yr old niece has CF and is now on her way for a double lung transplant. All your prayers are welcome and needed! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
First Widow Posted April 6, 2016 Share Posted April 6, 2016 Prayers for your niece BH2. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trying Posted April 6, 2016 Share Posted April 6, 2016 Prayers for your niece, for her surgical staff and for the family who made the decision to give the gift of life during their darkest hour. Keep us posted! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2ManyQuestions Posted April 6, 2016 Share Posted April 6, 2016 Hope is all goes well with your niece. Positive energy going your way ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trying2breathe Posted April 6, 2016 Share Posted April 6, 2016 Prayers for your niece that all goes well Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twistedmensa Posted April 6, 2016 Share Posted April 6, 2016 That is good to hear. Sending prayers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
canadiangirl Posted April 6, 2016 Share Posted April 6, 2016 Sending her my positive thoughts and prayers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrskro Posted April 6, 2016 Share Posted April 6, 2016 Thoughts and prayers! Such good news Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrokenHeart2 Posted April 6, 2016 Author Share Posted April 6, 2016 Thank you all and yes Trying "for her surgical staff and for the family who made the decision to give the gift of life during their darkest hour." thank you for this! We have all been so aware what will happen for my niece to get her life prolonged. It has pained us all knowing and we pray the family finds a tad bit of comfort knowing what they are giving. I think we have all been there. No words. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrokenHeart2 Posted April 6, 2016 Author Share Posted April 6, 2016 Thank you all for your support and prayers. They are much welcomed and needed at this time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Callobg Posted April 6, 2016 Share Posted April 6, 2016 Sending prayers ✝️ up for your niece. bgc Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrokenHeart2 Posted April 6, 2016 Author Share Posted April 6, 2016 I need him so much right now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoVerySad Posted April 6, 2016 Share Posted April 6, 2016 Oh, BH2, wish I could reach through my screen and give you a tight hug!! I'm so relieved the call has finally come. It can feel wrong in a way to be happy for this opportunity for your niece since it comes as a result of a tragedy of another person. The important thing to remember is that the tragedy didn't happen because of your niece. Rather it just happened and the donor or their family wanted there to be some chance for the gift of life for someone else to lessen the tragedy for another. I'm hoping all goes well and sending much love to you, all your family, and to the donor's family as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrokenHeart2 Posted April 6, 2016 Author Share Posted April 6, 2016 Yes SVS thank you, I just need him right now so much. I need him to here with me and hold me in his big bear hug to ensure me it's going to ok the way he always did. I know its not about me right now but I need him so much. Testing is happening right now to see if it's a match, that's not sure yet, it could be many more hrs. If it's not that will be very disappointing. If it a go, yay. Time will tell. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrokenHeart2 Posted April 6, 2016 Author Share Posted April 6, 2016 She is on her way to surgery just now. It's a MATCH! Holy shit it's happening! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trying Posted April 6, 2016 Share Posted April 6, 2016 Ramping up the prayers! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
momtokam Posted April 6, 2016 Share Posted April 6, 2016 Such incredible news! Sending you the biggest hugs and the most positive thoughts and vibes for her. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrskro Posted April 6, 2016 Share Posted April 6, 2016 Sending hugs, prayers, positive thoughts! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrokenHeart2 Posted April 6, 2016 Author Share Posted April 6, 2016 UPDATE!!! Thank you everyone for you prayers. They are being heard!! Approximately 1 hr ago my sister (Mom) updated all of us in the group created on FB. Instead of me telling I will copy her post here for you to read!!! Wow! Kathleen is still in surgery but the surgeon came out to tell us everything went as well beautifully. She was a star patient!! Very strong and stable throughout the day. No blood transfusion needed and she's already doing the work of breathing with her new lungs, although obviously still heavily sedated. They are working on closing her up now. It will be another hour or so before we get to go see her. He expects her to be awake this evening~quite drugged!! Thanks for all your prayers and support. Don't stop now~ there are many complications that can occur over the next few days that they will be monitoring closely. But just WOW!!! Kathleen has new pinkies!!! This is surreal! For the first time in Kathleen's life she will be able to breathe with no CF in her lungs!! And she will never have CF in her new lungs!! Keep the prayers coming, she's not out of the woods yet!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrskro Posted April 6, 2016 Share Posted April 6, 2016 Such great news!!! continuing to pray for you all! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2ManyQuestions Posted April 6, 2016 Share Posted April 6, 2016 Awesome! Great news for sure. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
First Widow Posted April 6, 2016 Share Posted April 6, 2016 Great update. Continued prayers for all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twistedmensa Posted April 7, 2016 Share Posted April 7, 2016 So good to hear. Continued prayers... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoVerySad Posted April 7, 2016 Share Posted April 7, 2016 Wow, amazing!! Thanks for the update. Of course, I'll continue sending her my best wishes for continued progress in her recovery. Such a difference this will make in her life and all those who love her. Happy hugs... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lewis Posted April 7, 2016 Share Posted April 7, 2016 I am so glad to hear that everything is going good! My wife was a double lung donor to an awesome lady who had CF. The recipient survived and has since been married and lives a happy life! I have been in contact and even visited her and her family. We are even fb friends! Such a rewarding gift of life. I will continue to pray for healing for Kathleen! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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