I am currently on my way to University of Maryland to be admitted overnight for a kidney transplant in the morning.

I’ve been on dialysis for a little more than 3 years and because of my age, (28) I haven’t had as many complications as most people on dialysis. My experience has come on several different levels; I’ve learned not to take things or people for granted. I’ve learned that you WILL NOT live forever and you should take advantage of every moment you have in this plane of existence.

I remember watching my mother do dialysis and dealing with the physical and mental stresses that come with the disease. As an adult though, I’ve come to understand her experience, but also understand that we are responsible for the things that happen to us. In short, take care of yourself.

I understand that there are potential issues with the transplant. My body could reject the kidney or it could work just fine and fail at a later date. But one of the layers of this experience is Understanding and Humility. I am grateful for what I have and what I have experienced and ill treat this victory the same way.

I’ve been through alot in my short life and I intend to do alot with the life I am being given.

Right when you need them….