GLD52
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« on: March 31, 2010, 07:36:41 AM » |
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My sister has had a life long battle with polycystic kidney disease, she had a transplant several years ago that failed and went back on dialysis. Last week she was lucky enough to have another kidney transplant. I made this to honor her and the organ donation and transplant program. So far everything is going perfect for her.
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Kev
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« Reply #1 on: March 31, 2010, 07:38:14 AM » |
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Nice job Gretchen! I'm sure she will love it.
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« Reply #2 on: March 31, 2010, 07:38:48 AM » |
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I'm sure your sister will love your beautiful panel :)
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« Reply #3 on: March 31, 2010, 07:50:37 AM » |
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Ohhh, she' love it Gretchen! I hope that all goes well for your sister, there is actually a neighbor of mine who had a kidney transplant several years ago, she's doing extremely well and is out and about, babysits her grandkids and does just about everything I can think of, including taking care of 2 huge Golden Retrievers and a cute little Yorkie!
I'm certainly hoping that your sister has the same luck as my friend/neighbor!
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« Reply #4 on: March 31, 2010, 08:00:37 AM » |
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Happy to hear that your sister is doing well. She will love this panel. Good thoughts are with both of you
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« Reply #5 on: March 31, 2010, 08:20:52 AM » |
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It's a beautiful panel, she will love it. I have to admit my heart jumped up into my throat when I read your post. I have a niece (13) and nephew (9) who were both born with PKD.
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« Reply #6 on: March 31, 2010, 09:30:30 AM » |
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What a beautiful panel and beautiful thing for you to do.I wish the the best for your Sis.
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« Reply #7 on: March 31, 2010, 09:41:43 AM » |
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Such a lovely and thoughtful piece you made for your sis, Gretchen. Hugs and best wishes for your sister, for you, your family and friends.  |
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« Reply #8 on: March 31, 2010, 11:02:22 AM » |
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I hope your sister continues to do wonderful and this is a beautiful gift you've made!
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« Reply #9 on: March 31, 2010, 11:09:51 AM » |
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What a nice thing to do to honor them. I hope things continue to go well for her.
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« Reply #10 on: March 31, 2010, 12:34:32 PM » |
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Gretchen this looks wonderful. My Mom had a kidney transplant and was so much better for it. It gave her a new lease on life and being tied to a dialysis machine was not good. I pray that you sister has a new lease on life now.
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« Reply #11 on: March 31, 2010, 01:09:25 PM » |
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I am glad her new one is cooperating . I hope she continues to do well.
I have never seen mosaic added to the edge of a lead window. The glass looks like stones, That is very cool!
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« Reply #12 on: March 31, 2010, 03:46:11 PM » |
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It's really lovely Gretchen and like many of the others I have a very good friend that's been living with her transplanted kidney for many many years. Hope this is successful for your sis and I wish all of you the best.
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« Reply #13 on: March 31, 2010, 07:18:06 PM » |
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Your sister is very fortunate to be having a 3rd kidney, incrediblely fortunate
and it's wonderful that you are honoring this major event!!!
Your border lends a softness, and at first glance I thought you had used beach glass
but know it wasn't.
I've always liked confetti glass.
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