We left Baltimore about 11am Thursday and pulled into home about 8:15 last night. We ran into a lot of traffic and also at the suggestion of the doctors we stopped about every hour or two for Karen to walk around some. So it was a long trip, but once again God was looking out for us. Karen felt good the whole trip and I did not get too tired (Karen cannot drive yet).
When we got home we were greeted by decorations, balloons, a warm house and a stocked refrigerator! Thanks to our kids, grandkids and church friends for this!
It was awesome sleeping in our own bed last night. We slept until almost 10am...something we haven't done in years.
As far as return trips to Baltimore, Karen has to go back in a month for a quick follow up appointment. Typically with transplant patients they have to go back at 3, 6, and 12 months for a kidney biopsy (just to check for signs of rejection and overall health of the kidney) and follow up checkup. Because of the location of the new kidney behind the first transplanted kidney they will not be able to do a biopsy so will have to use lab work for this. So we aren't sure yet what the requirement will be for other return visits to Baltimore.
Thanks again to all of you for your prayers and support! We have felt very loved throughout this entire journey.
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Rusty and karen we are so glad you are home and the worst is behind you. We praise God for His provision for you and your healing. We hope to see you when you have a return visit to Baltimore.
In His Grip,
Wendy and Matt
Hi Karen, how are you ? hope all is well This is Octavia. We at the Miller St center miss youand we are glad you are home.
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