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Family Matters:  Friend donating Kidney UPDATE 12/20  |
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britchickny
True Blue Farmgirl
1048 Posts
Angie
Port Orange
Florida
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 Posted - Sep 16 2007 : 11:25:09 AM
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I wanted to let everyone know that Chris donated her kidney last week and is doing well, as is the recipient!! Yeh!!!
Both surgeries went well and Chris is back home in Western New York recuperating. I wanted to thank all of you who helped her with your prayers, notes of support and items for the craft sale(which in itself raised $800!)
What am amazing gift she has given to a lady who was on dialysis for 16 years. Truly a new lease on life!
Thank-you Farmgirls!
Angie.
I work at a family owned weekly newspaper in Avon, NY. We are a pretty tight-knit group and one of the gals I work with will be donating one of her kidneys to a friend in NYC. She needs to raise funds for the trip there and back, accomodations for her husband and expenses. She will also we off work for at least 3 weeks and is not allowed to drive for several weeks. We will be fund-raising for her and I wondered if any of you would consider donating a hand-crafted item that we could sell at a craft/bake sale in November? Does not have to be anything huge or ultra time-consuming but maybe if you are making multiples of something you could make an extra for my friend Chris?
I do hope that you can help. I am so in awe of what she is doing and would love to help not just her but the lady you will be given a new lease on life!
Send me an e-mail and I will give you my mailing address.
Thanks a bunch.
Angie.
"Mercy, peace and love be yours in abundance" JUDE 1:2
Hi Angie,
As the craft sale date approaches, I just wanted to give you and your
e-group friends a heartfelt thanks for all that you have contributed
toward the transplant endeavor. And I wanted to let you all know how
much I appreciate the crafts, prayers, words of support and positive
thoughts/vibes that have come my way. All of it is very much
appreciated. I am stunned and humbled at the effort that others have
made in helping me to cover the financial side of this.
It seems like a huge deal to DONATE something you've spent many hours
lovingly crafting with your own hands. I am not crafty in that fashion
(though as a writer, I do consider myself creative)... One Christmas
(2004 maybe?) I made a robe for my son, Cory, because my mother gave me
her old sewing machine. (I felt an obligation to create something with
it.) It is probably the ugliest and worst-made robe on the planet and
Cory (now 15) has outgrown it, but he still wears it from time to time
(even though it is now almost a tunic and barely covers his bum).
Shamefully, I have not used the sewing machine since.
Things are coming together as the transplant date (Dec. 11th)
approaches. I now know that John and I will be staying in the Helmsley
Tower right across the street from the hospital. Perfect! We got a
discounted rate (though it is still expensive) and the suites are pretty
nice with little kitchenettes and a king size bed. There's a grocery
store on the same block, so we won't have to eat out all the time. Our
transportation to/from the airport has been looked after and one of the
transplant social workers there is looking into getting us financial
help from a new "donor assistance" program. (If it works out, they will
pay for the hotel and meals and airfare if necessary.)
Because of the nature of the trip, we're not planning anything
adventuresome, but we DO intend to visit Central Park. John is a
forestry consultant, so it's almost a requirement that we see the acres
of urban forest and miles of walking trails. Plus, the walking will be
a good way to whip myself back into shape after the surgery.
Anyway, thanks again, Angie, to you and Janet and all who've helped out
with this. For a while I was feeling a little desperate and,
admittedly, a bit regretful that I'd made a commitment to something I
couldn't pull of financially. I should have had more faith that things
would come together. No matter how it all turns out in the end, I know
that RIGHT NOW Deb and her sister, Georgia are high on hope, and so am
I. (It gets to be rather weary when you're on the transplant list
waiting for some unknown date for life to get better.) As we move
closer to the surgery date, we're all feeling very positive and looking
ahead with excitement at the possibilities. Thank you for that.
Blessings,
Chris
Well, the sale is over! We raised just over $600 which is awesome! Thank-you to all of you who contributed your lovely items!Everyone kept asking me where it all came from! I was glad to share about the Farmgirls and I think we may have some new members joining the forum!
Thank-you all. Angie. |
Edited by - britchickny on Dec 20 2007 03:08:16 AM |
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Alee
True Blue Farmgirl
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Alee
Worland
Wy
USA
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Posted - Sep 16 2007 : 1:17:08 PM
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That is very sweet of you Angie and of your co-worker! If I come up with something I will contact you!
Alee
The amazing one handed typist! One hand for typing, one hand to hold Nora!
http://home.test-afl.tulix.com/aleeandnora/ |
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Cheryl
True Blue Farmgirl
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Cheryl
Magalia
CA
USA
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Posted - Sep 16 2007 : 3:19:58 PM
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I would be happy to send something. Please let me know where I should send the item.
Cheryl
I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me. Philippians 4:13 |
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britchickny
True Blue Farmgirl
1048 Posts
Angie
Port Orange
Florida
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Posted - Sep 17 2007 : 03:07:23 AM
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Thanks Ladies. Just felt that I should do something!
CHERYL, I just sent you an e-mail.
Angie.
"Mercy, peace and love be yours in abundance" JUDE 1:2 |
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Amie C.
True Blue Farmgirl
2099 Posts
Finger Lakes Region
NY
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Posted - Sep 17 2007 : 08:48:37 AM
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| I'm not very crafty, but if you post more details about the sale I will try to come and buy stuff! |
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britchickny
True Blue Farmgirl
1048 Posts
Angie
Port Orange
Florida
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Posted - Sep 17 2007 : 2:44:57 PM
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Amie, you sweetheart! As soon as I have the final details I will let you know!
Angie.
"Mercy, peace and love be yours in abundance" JUDE 1:2 |
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Alee
True Blue Farmgirl
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Alee
Worland
Wy
USA
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Posted - Sep 17 2007 : 7:17:37 PM
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Angie send me your info and I will make sure I come up with something! :)
Alee
The amazing one handed typist! One hand for typing, one hand to hold Nora!
http://home.test-afl.tulix.com/aleeandnora/ |
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britchickny
True Blue Farmgirl
1048 Posts
Angie
Port Orange
Florida
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Posted - Sep 18 2007 : 03:55:26 AM
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Bless you Alee! Will e-mail you.
Thank-you!
Angie.
"Mercy, peace and love be yours in abundance" JUDE 1:2 |
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Alee
True Blue Farmgirl
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Alee
Worland
Wy
USA
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Posted - Sep 21 2007 : 3:15:00 PM
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When is the sale going? I will need an email reminder about 2 or 3 weeks prior so I can ship something :D
Alee
The amazing one handed typist! One hand for typing, one hand to hold Nora!
http://home.test-afl.tulix.com/aleeandnora/ |
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britchickny
True Blue Farmgirl
1048 Posts
Angie
Port Orange
Florida
1048 Posts |
Posted - Sep 22 2007 : 05:16:56 AM
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Looks like we will actually be doing it November 9 or 16. We felt that once Thanksgiving hits, everyone gets a little crazy! I will shoot you out a reminder e-mail Alee! (Good idea!)
Have a great weekend.
Angie.
"Mercy, peace and love be yours in abundance" JUDE 1:2 |
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wallflower
True Blue Farmgirl
101 Posts
Holly
East Walpole
MA
USA
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Posted - Sep 22 2007 : 12:09:37 PM
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Angie,
I sent an email as well. I would be happy to do what I can!
Holly |
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britchickny
True Blue Farmgirl
1048 Posts
Angie
Port Orange
Florida
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Posted - Sep 26 2007 : 03:10:49 AM
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Cheryl, thank-you so much for the scrap-book! Absolutley adorable and just perfect for the sale! I am thinking now of making a few of them myself! I love the colors you chose.
God Bless.
Angie.
"Mercy, peace and love be yours in abundance" JUDE 1:2 |
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DeepsouthMamma
True Blue Farmgirl
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Autumn
Southwest Louisiana
USA
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Posted - Sep 27 2007 : 4:20:30 PM
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Angie
The redwork pillow is headed your way!
Shipped it today.
Blessings
Autumn
Isaiah 40:31
But they that wait upon the LORD shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint. |
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Alee
True Blue Farmgirl
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Alee
Worland
Wy
USA
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Posted - Sep 27 2007 : 5:07:59 PM
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Angie-
I will mail you a couple pints of my milk bath in their glass bottles. They sell pretty well around here and I usually sell them for about $8 a piece so hopefully they do well for you!
Alee
The amazing one handed typist! One hand for typing, one hand to hold Nora!
http://home.test-afl.tulix.com/aleeandnora/ |
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britchickny
True Blue Farmgirl
1048 Posts
Angie
Port Orange
Florida
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Posted - Sep 30 2007 : 10:03:44 AM
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Thank-you Autumn & Alee. It is just wonderful when we get together to help someone out. Chris is putting on her brave face but I think she is getting nervous, the closer it gets. Please keep her and the recipient in your prayers and many thanks for conributing to the sale.
Angie.
"Mercy, peace and love be yours in abundance" JUDE 1:2 |
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britchickny
True Blue Farmgirl
1048 Posts
Angie
Port Orange
Florida
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Posted - Oct 04 2007 : 4:32:53 PM
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Autumn, your lovely pillow arrived today! Adorable! Thank-you so much for taking the time to do this!
Angie.
"Mercy, peace and love be yours in abundance" JUDE 1:2 |
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DeepsouthMamma
True Blue Farmgirl
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Autumn
Southwest Louisiana
USA
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Posted - Oct 04 2007 : 7:55:45 PM
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Angie
I'm honored to help! My prayers for all involved!
Blessings
Autumn
Isaiah 40:31
But they that wait upon the LORD shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint. |
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britchickny
True Blue Farmgirl
1048 Posts
Angie
Port Orange
Florida
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Posted - Oct 16 2007 : 03:16:40 AM
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HOLLY the hand-painted ornaments are just beautiful! Thank-you for taking such care in creating them and getting them to me safely! The detail is very impressive and the locals will all want to buy the "Opera Block' ornament!
God Bless!
Angie.
"Mercy, peace and love be yours in abundance" JUDE 1:2 |
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wallflower
True Blue Farmgirl
101 Posts
Holly
East Walpole
MA
USA
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Posted - Oct 16 2007 : 07:22:18 AM
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I am so glad I was able to contribute to the cause! You are such a good friend to help in this way!
Holly 
www.handittoholly.blogspot.com |
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Phils Ann
True Blue Farmgirl
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Ann
Parsonsburg
Maryland
USA
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Posted - Nov 11 2007 : 4:55:46 PM
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Praying for your friend, Angie.
Ann
Sairy Hill Thicket
There is a Redeemer. |
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Phils Ann
True Blue Farmgirl
1095 Posts
Ann
Parsonsburg
Maryland
USA
1095 Posts |
Posted - Dec 20 2007 : 12:56:21 PM
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Angie, I'm so glad you posted this... I've been thinking about your friend (and her kidney) a lot. What great news! God is very good.
Love,
Ann
Sairy Hill Thicket
There is a Redeemer. |
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