It’s been nearly a year since I heard the words that would change my life forever.

“You have stage five kidney disease”.

“What does that mean?”

“Your kidneys have failed”

“What is the next stage after stage five?”

“There is no stage six.  You will need a transplant.”

And today I am still learning how to live with kidney failure.  It’s been a bumpy road with lots of ups and downs.  Lots of tears, tantrums, loss and heartache.  There’s also been unexpected friendships and learnings.

It’s been nearly twelve months.