We were in ICU at the hospital in New York City. Lauren had been fading fast and we had been there for several weeks. Her coronary arteries had very limited function and she was a mess! It was a lonely, difficult, scary time!
She didn't have much strength even to stay awake for very long periods of time. Then the phone call came late the night of Feb 16 - a heart was ready and surgery was set for early in the morning.
After a very very long day, the docs and nurses were still getting her settled at 11pm.
Less than 5 days later, here she is a bit perkier and even waving.
Unhooked from most of her lines - weak but alive. Eventually we learned that her new heart came from Amy - a young lady with a story of her own. What a blessing that gift was, and such a miracle!!!I wish you all could see Lauren now - a vibrant, thriving college freshman. She is soaking in everything BYU has to offer, feels quite good and is incredibly happy.
So today, I am grateful for many things, but especially for Amy's parents - Barb and Ron, who saved Lauren's life.
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