An update on my condition

In 5/5/10 I had a work related accident that caused serious traumatic brain injury.  I had to depend on Mrs. Toshi and my two children to help me with everything.  I don't remember the first four years.  My time as a FSM member is a little vague at best.

Things always, always has a way of working things out no matter what, how, or when.  Your immediate family as well as your extended family will always be there for you.  

We perservered and came through a lot.  You and your family will also come through these trying times.  As long as you have each other, anything is possible.

Toshi

Check with your doctor and/or hospital to see what kind of financial help might be available.  As a last resort you might try a "go fund me" page.

Steve, I was lucky to only live 1-1/2 hours from Hershey Medical Center but I had to drive up and back often for check-ups until they had a kidney for me. When they got one, a cadaver, I had to get there ASAP. After the operation, I only stayed for 4 or 5 days and then came home. Had to go back every couple of days for the first few months for tests and then it was once a week for 6 months, then once every 2 weeks for 6 mo., then once a month for 2 years.  Now I only have to go back once a year but I still have to get bloodwork at our family physicians office every 3 months and he sends a copy to Hershey.

I guess they want you near for at least the first 3 months before and after to keep a close check on you. If you have a family doctor that can do some of the tests they need, send the results to them and keep in touch with them like I did, you might be able to cut the time down. Or if a local Hospital will run the tests for you. Doesn't hurt to ask.

Hope that this helps.

Jim  

Steve, you are still at the top of the prayer list. Glad you're doing well.

Fright, Congrats on your 10 year anniversary. On Nov. 28th I passed my 18 year anniversary with my kidney transplant. Sounds like we have a good bunch of fighters here. Maybe we can get together one day for a cold one. Ooopps! Can't have one. It would have to be a nice hot cup of coffee or tea. Well, maybe one for the special occasion wouldn't hurt.

Jim  

Hello Steve - I wish you the very best and take every day as it comes. One at a time! I'm 10 years out now with my liver transplant and every day is a special one! Cheers my friend from a newbie in town.

Hi Steve,

I have been away from the forum for awhile and have been thinking about you and praying you have been better.  This is good news. You are such a valuable member around here who give so much in talent and support.

Scott

Your upbeat attitude is awesome!  Keep it up!  

That's encouranging Steve. Stay strong and positive.

Keep a positive mindset and hang in there!

Hey !

 Can you say BIG BRASS ONES ?? Well I think you have em . God bless and keep on keepin on . Not to fear . Our Museum Board president has been on oxygen at this telling for quite some time .We always have to remind him to put the cannula back in his nose !

If he takes it off , he gets real mentally fuzzy . He is a good boy and wears it when he messes with his model trains at home though .  T.B.

One of the nice things about these forums is the cool people you get to meet. Steve I could only dream of having your courage . I don't know of   anything I can add except that the world needs more people like you . God bless you and keep you in His care .

Good news indeed,take care of yourself.

My prayers go out to you and your family.  It is your will, fantastic attitude, and the great respect and love you have for others that not only help you beat the odds but brings such kind humanity around your soul.  

What great love.  It is because of this love you attract strength and happiness from family, friends, co-workers, health care providers, and even your boss.  I'm always here for you as you've been for me!

Toshi

My best wishes go with you, and good to hear that you are doing as well as you are.

FSM Brother Steve -

Really great to read that you're doing so well and that you have plenty of support. Your upbeat attitude will serve you well, the oxygen will go a long way toward maintaining the feeling of wellness.

Please tell your boss I think he/she is a really good person, for accomodating your needs during this. Best of everything, Steve.

Patrick

Great positive attitude Steve! Hopefully the new meds will help to ease the side effects. Thanks for the update!

Good to hear the news Steve. Sending one up for you.

Glad to hear that you are hanging in there Steve.

It's great to have a boss that's on your side too. When my kidneys were failing, the company I worked for still paid me full pay even though I had to take a 1/2 day off 2 days a week to go to dialysis. When I got the transplant, they still paid me full pay while I was recovering. It sure took a lot of the stress away.

You're still in our thoughts and prayers. 

Jim

Good news indeed. Stay strong.

That is good news to hear Steve and take it one day at a time buddy. Wishing you all the best.

Steve, my prayers for you and your family. I wish you all the best.