Power

I was going to post yesterday, but honestly I was just too emotional. Here's why:

I was jolted awake by the ringing of the telephone a little after 5 a.m. yesterday morning. The voice on the other end of the line was filled with nervousness, excitement, and hope. I didn't need to ask who it was I was talking to. I knew immediately. My friend's sister, who happens to be my friend as well, was getting a new heart!!! For those of my blog readers who have not a clue of the magnitude of this announcement, let me try to explain A's story.

At the age of 30, A became pregnant with her first child. Complications arose that basically caused her heart to fail. She delivered a healthy baby boy and awaited a heart transplant. She received one and for the next 8 years she did her very best to live life to the fullest. Off and on for the past two years, her "new" heart began to reject/fail her. And for the past 6 months, she has literally been living on borrowed time. This last month, well, to say it's been scary for her and her family would be a gross understatement. She could not last much longer without a new heart. Receiving a heart transplant once is a miracle, receiving a second....well, isn't very common.

One week ago today, they released A back home because they had done what they could do and she wanted to come home. Less than 12 hours after returning home, she had another heart attack. This was it. In the hospital she would remain, bumped up on the transplant waiting list. She was weak, exhausted, but never without hope. I don't think people realize how tough she and her family really are...this transplant stuff is not for the weak of heart (no pun intended).

Fast forward to today. After the power of prayer and the miracle hand of God, A is stable and recovering from her second heart transplant. Her new heart is strong and beating on its on. She has a long road of recovery ahead of her, but it'll be a snap from where she's come from.

For those who are skeptical of prayer/miracles/God, I'm not trying to convert you. I just know what I know for a fact. God is real. He listens. He answers prayers whether it be a yes, no, or maybe. I only hope one day if you are one in doubt that you can open yourself up for the blessings only He can bestow. Faith is tangible. Believe it. "A" is living proof.

I'm just thankful that maybe my friend can relax a little. This past year has been just as hard on her as it has been for her sister. Let go and let God.

On a weather note....Today is a snow day!!!! Well, a sleet/rain/snow mix day but I'll take it. Blakely and AD can't wait to go sledding! I hope it snows enough so they can...I need a quiet snow day if you get my drift. LOL

Well, bundle up blog readers and stay warm.  Later.....