Thursday, August 2, 2018

Transplant Happened Today

Location: New Rockdale RV Park; Mansfield, Louisiana

 This is going to be a super quick post. 

 Brandon had the honor of receiving a kidney and pancreas from a deceased donor today. The doctor said the organs looked great and the kidney immediately started functioning with the pancreas working also. It is still a long road ahead to get things lined out but the main hurdle is over. Everyone at the transplant center was very surprised that Brandon was only on the "active" list for 5 weeks before getting the transplant. Many said that was "unheard of" an "astounding". It is one in a series of miracles that have happened over the last year or two. 

 It's been a long day and I need to get to bed. I'll post more in the near future but wanted to let everyone know that has been following Brandon, that it looks like the transplant was a remarkable success. 

 My thoughts and prayers go out to the donor and their family since they have suffered a great loss at the same time we have benefited from that loss. Organ transplants are the epitome of give and take in this life. 

 Ya'll take care of each other. I'll Cya down the road.
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20 comments:

  1. theboondorkAugust 2, 2018 at 11:03 PM

    I can't even imagine how relieved you must be, it's a good thing you got home when you did. I imagine that was a great comfort to Brandon to have you there.

    Tom

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  2. PetDocAugust 2, 2018 at 11:19 PM

    Haven’t commented before, but just wanted to give you and your family (and the doctors!) a big Thumbs Up!

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  3. anonymousAugust 3, 2018 at 7:04 AM

    What a wonderful answer to prayer, thank you, Lord, how good that you were back in time for it, am praying for all the best results to follow.-Nick

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  4. FlowergirlAugust 3, 2018 at 7:30 AM

    Amazing. And blessings to the donor family. So sorry for your loss.

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    1. DarrellAugust 10, 2018 at 6:50 AM

      I agree FG,,,, We must always keep the donor and their family in mind.

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  5. Barney, The Old Fat ManAugust 3, 2018 at 7:44 AM

    FANTASTIC!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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  6. AnonymousAugust 3, 2018 at 10:22 AM

    Blessing's for your family and for the donor family.

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  7. www.gypsyandthenavigator.comAugust 3, 2018 at 11:38 AM

    Shed a tear of joy for the great news. Prayers for Brandon and your family and for the donor family as well.

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  8. Linda SandAugust 3, 2018 at 1:34 PM

    Excellent news! Still along row to hoe but this surge in progress is so welcome. And for those of you who may not have marked yourselves down as a donor yet, now is time to do it. Now that you know what the impact can be for someone in need.

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  9. Kristin and JohnAugust 4, 2018 at 7:17 AM

    So happy for your family! God bless all the families.

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  10. UnknownAugust 9, 2018 at 12:39 AM

    Thank goodness people think about becoming donors, my wife and I have that option marked on our drivers license. I pray God blesses your son and your whole family. I am happy for you as well, hope you can return to the road soon. I love to read your adventures!!!

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