Unbelievable ... Tim is home!

Although I am quite sore, and will be for several weeks to come, the surgeon discharged me this afternoon, approximately 72 hours after surgery to remove my kidney. This demonstrates the grace of God, the power of prayer, the marvels of modern medicine, plus the doctor's desire to get me back into the friendly confines of our home and away from the hospital that tends to harbor a lot of nasty bugs.

Nate is still hospitalized, but he looks fantastic! His new (my old) kidney is responding well so far. He and I took a couple of walks together earlier today down the long hallway between our rooms. It looked pretty funny, side by side, dressed as we were in our hospital gowns, both of us pushing our IV trees. My one regret: we did not get a photo!

The transplant surgeon stopped by my room Monday night to tell me, "You donated a strong kidney to your son. It's a little sluggish right now, but it will kick in shortly." Please continue to pray for Nate. The next three months are critical. His immune system has been suppressed, by design, so that his body will not reject the kidney. This leaves him especially susceptible to infections which could destroy the kidney.

I am anxious to read all the comments that have been posted to this blog. This is truly a testimony to the widespread family of God interceding on our behalf before our heavenly Father. Our family is so grateful! I will share more thoughts and perspectives via this blog in the next several days.

Thank you!

~ Tim