Connecting with new and reconnecting with old is a kidney failure gift.  This week I have been reminded of the positives of my current health situation.  Through my kidney failure diagnosis I have made new friendships and rekindled old.

Without my diagnosis perhaps I wouldn’t have the pleasure of having these people in my life.  By going on this journey my life has become richer for the connections I have made and no doubt will continue to make.

Thank you kidneys for giving me the gift of new and old friendships.

Thank you to my new friends.  Everyday you give me energy and strength to put one foot in front of the other and fight for my life.

Thank you to my old friends for reaching back out to me and for reminding me of who I am and how memories of the past can help shape future journeys.