Three year mark!

On November15, 2014 it was three years since our son had Pancreatic Cancer surgery, at the age of 29!  He is a survivor! November 15th he started his 4th-year post-op cancer free!  Words cannot describe how saying, hearing, and writing those words...cancer-free-survivor resonates in my heart! 

One of my all-time favorite scriptures is "and she (Mary) treasured all these things in her heart" (Luke 2:19). I have an overflowing heart of treasured things and at these "anniversary" times I am filled with many emotions!  Since Matt was given this 2nd chance, he has been diligent to fight for the 96% that learn they have pancreatic cancer, but don't survive.  He has become their voice.  This cause is his cause. He has been very influential in getting proclamations throughout our towns in our state of Delaware for November to be recognized as Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month.  He and the affiliate group travel to the state and country levels of government to be the voice for those who can't, for more awareness, as well as funding for more research to find more ways for detection, and eventually a cure. 

I'm able to see all of this in action and be a small part of the efforts through our support and volunteering beside him.  One promotion that all of the affiliates made aware through social media and other forms of advertisement, was World Pancreatic Day and that is a day where all are asked to wear #PurpleWithAPurpose.  Personally seeing all those friends, co-workers, acquaintances that participated was a mixed-blessing.  Many wore in honor of our Matt, in honor of his passion, his purpose, his 2nd chance, as well as those that are fighting and those that fought until the end!  My emotions, once again, on that day, were had to explain but, again...I treasured and pondered them all in my heart!

Thankful for each day that our family is given.  It may be a great day, or an okay day, but we all know that it is a gift and we all try to use it in a manner worthy of the gift.

Here's to 2nd chances, or as I define it, 2nd purposes (reasons for all things).  Happy 3rd and welcome 4th! #wagehope

Happy 3-years Cancer Free!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

 Delaware's Governor Jack Markell signing the Proclamation declaring the state of Delaware recognizing November as Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month!  Some of the Delaware Affiliate Group.

Purple-Light-The-Night October 2014 (Congressional Hall, Dover, DE)

2014 Wilmington Walk: Team Wilson/Wilmington University Team - National Kidney Foundation

Our team is SO CLOSE to our 2014 goal for Sunday's walk here in Wilmington, Delaware.  Please click on this link below and donate any amount that you are able to continue to make resources for our community accessible, as well as partial monies which go to the foundation at large for ongoing research on kidney disease.  Our team thanks you in advance. ~Tina Wilson



2014 Wilmington Walk: Team Wilson/Wilmington University Team - National Kidney Foundation

Anniversary Day

Three years and not a day goes by that we aren’t grateful for the unconditional gift we were given on Sept 27, 2011! Today three years today, Stephanie Moglia (AKA- “our angel”) laid down her life for my husband, so he could continue to have a long, healthy extended life! After three years, “THANK YOU” doesn’t seem adequate.  

 

HAPPY 3^rd ANNIVERSARY!!    Jim continues to do well and he continues to be described as “boring, “poster-patient”.  We both know, but him especially how truly “non-boring” his story is.  Many that are dealing with kidney failure do not have a donor in place or even a remote possible donor. Those dealing with kidney failure are mostly likely surviving through dialysis treatments, which Jim did not have to eve begin before his kidney donation. Jim continues to work on staying healthy, sharing his story through personal testimonies as well as both of us working with the NKF, and other community health awareness groups. That’s the best way we know how to put our “THANK YOU” into an active state.  This gift is not taken lightly in our family; it is a blessing!

 

As last year, Jim, along with our daughter and a group from Wilmington University participated in the Bike-to-the-bay.  We also participated in the Pancreatic Walk/5K for Wilmington, as well as in about 15 days we, as a family and others friends and co-workers, will be participating in the Annual Wilmington Kidney Walk/5K.  Our hearts are to serve and make a difference.  We know that 2^nd chances are to be used for the good and may this active use also be a way of saying, “THANK YOU”.

SO, Happy 3^rd Anniversary Jim and Stephanie! The gift of one of her strong healthy kidneys to replace Jim’s very weakened kidney is still humbling, amazing and incredible to us. Stephanie’s “gift”, without hesitation still leaves my mind searching for more words to show and say THANK YOU STEPHANIE

 

 

“We know what true love looks like because of Jesus. He gave His life for us, and He calls us to give our lives for our brothers and sisters.” 1John 3:16.

 

 

2014 Wilmington Walk: Tina and Jim Wilson - National Kidney Foundation

Join us to reach our personal goal for our team!  The 2014 kidney walk is just around the corner (Sunday Oct 12th).  Any amount is welcomed, but if you aren't sure how about donating $30.00.  The meaning behind this donation: on September 27th it will be 3 years since Jim received his kidney from his live donor.  Jim and Stephanie are doing great.  What a perfect way to make a huge difference!  It only takes a click to donate.  If you can walk with our team, register when you donate.  Thanks!



2014 Wilmington Walk: Tina and Jim Wilson - National Kidney Foundation