I love all these little (or big) moments we wouldn’t be experiencing without our donors. I just celebrated my 4th rebirthday with a SCT and have had 4 more years on the planet with family and friends. It’s the 2nd chance that has me appreciating single day! I often stop and reflect during the day, rejoicing in the fact I’m still here being able to enjoy the sun on my face, listening to laughter, feeling breezes…well, you know! 😀
I just sent out another request to initiate contact with my donor. I think it will be my last attempt. If he doesn’t respond this time then I know he would like to remain anonymous. He was 20 at the time of donation and I suspect it was part of a group activity such as a college football team or fraternity house signing up for Be the Match. He may have registered never expecting to get called. Now that he’s 24 maybe he’s curious about the ‘old’ lady he saved?? 😅. I’d really like to at least know his first name so I can put name to my daily thanks to him for giving me another day. I don’t expect to hear from him though. He owes me nothing but I owe him everything.

Congrats on your 35 year anniversary!! My husband and I just celebrated 49! (I was a child bride. Haha).