Category Archives: love

Why do I get to live while others die?

Posted on October 1, 2012 by

I’ve had a few experiences in the last week that I don’t really know how to process. I’m feeling kind of down. Okay, I’ll spill it. I met a few organ donor families who are filled with grief. I feel … Continue reading →

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When death ruins your day…

Posted on September 2, 2012 by

When do you feel most inadequate? I mean, what situations leave you stumbling for words or standing silently with absolutely no idea what to do? For me, it happens during one of life’s largest privileges. During the painful privilege of a … Continue reading →

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What did you do with your summer vacation? (Hospital again)

Posted on August 19, 2011 by

I remember the annual essay that came each year in September. I remember stories of neighborhood baseball when we’d play until we lost the ball. I remember the time my dad surprised me with a box of brand new, bright … Continue reading →

Posted in change, Christianity, chronic illness, direction, facing death, Fatty liver, Find God, Jesus, Lahey Clinic, Liver disease, love, mystery, NASH, organ donation, Organ transplant, pastor, religion, transplant | 10 Comments

Who is Bilirubin and why is he messing with me?

Posted on May 21, 2011 by

I now have an envelope stuffed with my liver disease records from all the way back to 2005 when it was discovered. It’s a lot of paper. Most of it makes no sense to me. But other parts of it … Continue reading →

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Quiet streams? Well … not today…

Posted on May 17, 2011 by

This is my oldest son, Josh. He recorded this song for me after I posted Jon Foreman’s “House of God Forever” this morning. (You can hear Jon Foreman’s version at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uoXWIK1lfyo ) Of course, Josh’s version, lyrics at bottom of … Continue reading →

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Yeah, so are you …

Posted on May 15, 2011 by

Last night I crawled into bed at 10. My son Josh texted to ask how I was feeling. I told him I was exhausted and felt every muscle in my body. But, I’m totally thankful for such a great day. … Continue reading →

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It’s been a good day!

Posted on May 14, 2011 by

I woke up this morning with no noticeable pain. Through the night I woke at 1:30, 2:30 and 4:30. Toddlers fight to stay awake. We who are older fight to stay asleep. I’d love to sleep right through the night … Continue reading →

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