Letters to my Kidneys

7/17/2013

Dear Lefty,
You've worked hard for almost thirty years, keeping me healthy. Helping me grow two beautiful boys. Allowing me to be active.
But this sweet, cute kiddo needs you more than I do.
So you've got a new job now. Leave my body gently, and enter Teddy's easily. Cooperate with him, and go to work right away. He's been through so much already, he needs a break. Make him feel well. Make him healthier. Work so he can grow strong and do all the things little boys are supposed to do.
You've been with me for thirty years, and if Teddy didn't need you, you'd be with me for another 60ish years - so let's see you work for a nice long time for Teddy.
If everything goes as planned, tomorrow you'll no longer be my kidney, you'll be Teddy's. Treat him well.

Dear Righty,
You and Lefty have been working together to keep me healthy, but now it's time to do it on your own. Tomorrow, you'll have to start giving more than 100%, right away. Help me recover quickly.
I promise to do what I can to keep myself healthy, for the rest of my life, to make your job a bit easier.
We can do this.

11 Comments

Melissa Brennan

7/17/2013 01:36:12 pm

This made me cry. You're such an amazing person to do this for Teddy.

Nancy Tice-Graney

7/17/2013 02:20:18 pm

Will be thinking of you Tiff as this venture begins and your kindness and generosity begins to help Teddy heal. Nothing but calm, peaceful thoughts for both of you. I'll be in touch with Tony and Holly as to how things went for you and Teddy. Hugs...

Lisa

7/17/2013 03:04:23 pm

I'm a (step)mama to a little girl waiting for a kidney transplant. Her aunt is donating, we just haven't gotten cleared yet. A friend posted your blog on her fb post.

I didn't get to read your whole blog yet, but I read that you don't feel heroic, I guess heroes rarely do. It is an amazing gift you are giving, but being a mom I am sure you know that. You and Teddy will be in my prayers today!

Rachel

7/17/2013 11:53:53 pm

Thinking of you today Tiff!
Be Brave. Be Strong. Be You.
Lots of love!

Anonymous

7/18/2013 12:28:28 am

While I don't know you personally, I do know that you are an amazing person, a true hero, and a beacon of hope for Teddy. Best wishes for a speedy recovery and a long life to come.

Emily (Sarah's sister)

7/18/2013 01:43:35 am

There aren't words to express how amazing you are for what you are doing today. You are in my prayers today just as much as little Teddy is.

Kim link

7/18/2013 05:26:45 am

What a sweet, selfless act of giving you've done! prayers be with you for quick & easy healing!!

Kristen Harrigan

7/18/2013 09:00:05 am

Tiff, you are a godsend to our whole family. What you are giving to Teddy is nothing short of a new life. Words cannot express to you how thankful we all are.

Angel Stanley

7/18/2013 11:11:23 am

BLESS YOU TO THE MOON AND BACK! What an amazing woman you are to do this. I will continue to keep you all in my prayers for a fast recovery. Again, God Bless You!

Lindsay

7/18/2013 10:10:17 pm

Thank you! For donating to sweet Teddy and for writing your blog and bringing awareness. I have followed Teddy almost since his birth. My son was born two months after Teddy and will also need a kidney in his future. You have selflessly given Teddy a shot at a much more normal life. Given his family relief that now he can grow, thrive, and be healthy. Blessings to you during your recovery period! Go Righty for you and go Lefty for Teddy!

Dionne Hudson

7/19/2013 07:11:56 am

Thank you so much Tiff, for what you did for my little cousin. God. Bless. You. What an example of sacrificial love.

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