Positive Signs
by jeff on Feb.27, 2010, under Site News
Friday was a good day. Carrie had her first follow up with her surgeons and they don’t need to see her again unless she has more organs to donate. Kevin’s doctors also pleased and he will begin once a week visits if all goes well next week. That will be good for both of us for several reasons. We seem to have settled into a routine of arriving at UCLA before 6am, at which time, I wake Kevin up and point him toward the lab. After his blood draw, I take him to breakfast, which is usually eggs, potatoes, fruit, a side of this or that, and the most expensive drink he can find on the menu. It takes several hours before we finish with his doctors so we have to stop at the snack bar to get him supplies for the ride home. Then I pay the outrageous parking fee of $11 and soon we’re back on the freeway. At some point during the drive, Kevin will announce his lunch selection which I then pick up to bring home. I have already spent $50 and I haven’t even fed Carrie yet, and you know that’s not cheap. I’m not complaining but the pre-transplant renal diet was a lot easier on the budget. I would tell you more about my life but Carrie continues to point out that this is Kevin’s blog, not mine. Maybe I can sneak something in my next post. Hope you all have a good weekend, we are doing great here.
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March 1st, 2010 on 6:25 pm
If their appetites get any better, I’m applying for food stamps.
February 28th, 2010 on 9:45 pm
when their appetite is back that’s a good sign…not for your wallet though
And the George’s lived happily ever after!!!!!!!!!
AMEN!
February 28th, 2010 on 1:34 pm
Isn’t it wonderful that Kevin has such a good appetite? I hope I will have the privilege of feeding him (and all of you) when I visit next week!
February 28th, 2010 on 7:13 am
I am loving all the good news and that your lives are returning to some normalcy. I bet other caretakers could really benefit from seeing how you are handling your duties with honesty and great humor. Keep up the good work! Love and hugs to all!
February 27th, 2010 on 8:56 pm
I guess KEvin’s new kidney has a taste for gourmet food…well since his creatinine is 1.3…feed away……In one month Carrie and Kevin should have a “serve Jeff” day and you get waited on…oh, it might be just cereal
February 27th, 2010 on 8:16 pm
I am so glad I logged in and read the good news. although the good news cost you a lot Jeff, well it is worth it.
The mission celebration is going so well.
Gary Walter is just blessing all of us .
February 27th, 2010 on 12:53 pm
Great News!!!
Keep-up the good work Jeff…It’s obviously is working (you get no respect)
My thoughts and prayers are with you guys….God Bless!
ray xoxo
February 27th, 2010 on 12:31 pm
Yayyyy this is such great news ! I’m so happy to hear all is going so well ! and I’ll be first in line at Borders when you publish your book – you guys are such a crack up ! My continued prayers that all remains well. Love and hugs, Christine.
February 27th, 2010 on 12:17 pm
you obviously forget to mention your portion of the breakfast feast. wish we could come visit but all the kids are home and a few have been sick.
February 27th, 2010 on 12:02 pm
Wow.. that is great..Keep it up Kevin. Carrie, God shines through you. I was thinking the very same thing about your new life. I love you guys.Caryn
February 27th, 2010 on 9:41 am
And on top of all these blessings, Kevin’s creatinine was 1.3 yesterday!!!! Wooooooooowwwwwwwwweeeeeeeeee. I continue to believe that this is the start of a new beginning for all of us. After 23 years of climbing mountains, it’s time to enjoy rest in His pasture. Love how the Good Shepherd has been with us all the way and how He has gone before us to prepare the next table land. We are blessed to be given such opportunities to share about His wonderous plan and faithfulness. That’s why we call Him AWESOME!!!!
February 27th, 2010 on 8:26 am
God has truly blessed our family!! Glad all is going well, except your pocketbook. I want to help all I can, so have you got change for a five?
Love and prayers as always,
Jack
February 27th, 2010 on 8:12 am
That is good to hear! Blessings to all of you.