12 months what can you say?

[Dorset123]

I had my transplant 12 months ago today. I have just got back from a very blowy walk along the local beach with my wife & dogs. We have been waiting for the light at the end of the tunnel for a long, long time. It finally feels we are getting there at last!

Popped in to see the ambulance drivers who rushed me in last year. I feel incredibly fortunate to have had so many brilliant medical professionals on my side. My friends & family have been wonderful & have kept me going .

All this is tinged with sadness, being fully aware that this must be a very bad time for my donor’s family.....how can I possibly convey my thoughts about the donor.. thanks is not enough.

Sorry for rambling but as Jo said last week on her anniversary.. mixed emotions doesn’t describe it.

[Hidden]

Congratulations on year one! I know the feeling. You will never forget the date thats for sure. For me the first 5 years was the time it took to fully stabalise meds etc.Never had any rejection. I wrote to the donors family expressing my gratitude and explaining the difference it had made.

We really have been blessed with the gift of life.

[h0b0]

Many congratulations. My partner is now 15 months post transplant & doing really well. We also wrote to the donor family on his first anniversary & you're right , Thank You isn't enough. Some people get a reply from the donor family which must be amazing. Unfortunately our family hasn't replied but we still tell them that they & the donor are the reason he is here today.xx

[dizzime]

Fantastic news happy to hear you are enjoying life again. i too think about my donor every year, its been four now, and i am very grateful. I hope you continue to enjoy your future with your wife and dogs and that you have many more walks to do. All the very best 😁😁

[19581979]

😀 a big smiley happy New liver day to you and gratitude to all who made it possible for you.

Gx

[vulnerable]

So delighted for you. I'm sure your Doner Angel is helping you along and you deserve to have s life again. I look forward to reaching your stage of happiness - but it all seems so far away & at times futile. Good luck and every happiness xxx

[Hidden]

Great to read that you are feeling so much better,

Best wishes,

BLT

[Faithfull]

I wish you a wonderful life and you are very brave and well done to all that supports you God bless.

[Hidden]

You have done so well. Donors and their families are remarkable people and without them, life would be very different. Hope you carry on feeling well. Please take care. X