The holiday seasons can be fraught with roller-coaster emotions, whether we are chronic illness sufferers, transplant recipients, or dealing with mental health issues. Pausing to acknowledge those who have allowed us to be here today by their gifts have become part of my traditions.
@gaylea1 Your donor family might very well be pleased to know you are doing so good, and that is in itself a celebration of their loved one, don't you think? To know that their grief is tempered because another person gets to celebrate this year, would be a comfort to them. Letting them know how you are giving back to your community and family would mean a lot to them, while allowing you to feel the gift you received fully.
Ginger