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Feeling GOOOD!

Holy molely the human body is such an amazing healer.  Just 7 days ago I was on the operating table receiving another heart from an amazing person whose family gave me a second perfect heart.  The gift of living.  The amazing thing about the brain and all those drugs they put in you is you can't remember what was going on.  Now that Steve, my mom and all the doctors have told me, I get very emotional and thankful for another opportunity at life.  I am so very thankful for all the doctors, nurses, therapist, pharmacists, family, friends and Katie Buckley.  Sometimes I want to say to myself "why do I deserve this?"

I want to shout out to Mrs. Enright's fifth grade class in Farmington, Utah.  When I finally was able to be alert enough and my mom put on my glasses I was looking at a wall full of get well cards.  I said, "are those for me?"  The answer was yes.  My best friend, Stephanie Scotts, aunt Jacey's fifth grade class had written me these sweet cards.  Thank you for the special wishes and funny sayings.  I definitely want to go visit Mrs. Enright's fifth grade class when I get better.



Today my strength on my right side is improving.  I have now conquered walking the hallways without an assist device.  I have been paying attention on picking up my right foot and staying balanced while I look right to left while walking.  Tomorrow I am hoping to eat solid foods.

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  1. Geri RMarch 22, 2015 at 6:37 PM

    Sounds like you are taking giant steps forward. We are cheering you on

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  2. Meggs16March 22, 2015 at 7:44 PM

    So happy to hear this! So grateful and happy you're doing well! Keep up your amazing spirit skiwggy!! Love you!!

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  3. AlexHansenMarch 23, 2015 at 7:24 AM

    Skwig! So glad to hear you are doing well! Been thinking about you lots! Love ya! Keep it up!

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  4. Chuck MillerMarch 23, 2015 at 9:40 AM

    Skwig, I just heard about all your struggles and my heart sank. I am so glad things are starting to look up. I have fond memories of coaching you in ODP. You were always a fighter who never gave up and inspired those around you. My family's prayers are with you!

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  5. Sabrina HigleyMarch 23, 2015 at 10:33 AM

    So so happy to hear you are doing well!!! Love you! Oh and Aric was my CI when I was up there :)

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