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Message started by Spartan2 on Jul 22nd, 2009 at 11:44pm

Title: Update on Spartan1
Post by Spartan2 on Jul 22nd, 2009 at 11:44pm
It was six months yesterday since Spartan1 had his kidney transplant. He had his checkup with the nephrologist at the University of Michigan today and everything is going well.

He feels good and his energy level, while not back to pre-kidney disease status, is returning to a more normal state. He will always have a few restrictions to deal with but we are looking forward to living life fully within those guidelines.

We got the "green light" for our vacation in Minnesota, which is planned for late August and early September. This will include a week at a cabin near Ely, and a six-day canoe trip in the BW out of Sawbill. It can be as challenging as we choose to make it, or a base-camping trip if we decide that is all we are up to doing this year. Just being back at a campfire in the BW will be enough for now.

Life is good. Thanks to all of you who have expressed concerns, who have prayed for him, or who have offered up an encouraging word. I hope to post a trip report sometime around September 10th.

Title: Re: Update on Spartan1
Post by solotripper on Jul 23rd, 2009 at 12:03am
Very good news indeed!
ANY trip you can do in God's Country is a blessing!

Title: Re: Update on Spartan1
Post by HoHo on Jul 23rd, 2009 at 2:40am
Yay!

Title: Re: Update on Spartan1
Post by db on Jul 23rd, 2009 at 3:43am
[smiley=thumbup.gif]  :)

Title: Re: Update on Spartan1
Post by jimmar on Jul 23rd, 2009 at 11:23am
I'm happy to hear that. I hope your vacation is especially gratifying.

Title: Re: Update on Spartan1
Post by reyn on Jul 23rd, 2009 at 12:58pm
I'll bet no one will enjoy his/her trip more than you two this year!  I'm happy for you both. :)

Title: Re: Update on Spartan1
Post by starwatcher on Jul 23rd, 2009 at 2:25pm
Wonderful! A relaxing canoe trip would be a great way to celebrate.

starwatcher

Title: Re: Update on Spartan1
Post by Ghost Paddler on Jul 23rd, 2009 at 3:00pm
Most excellent!  Take good care of your selves.

Title: Re: Update on Spartan1
Post by Snow_Dog on Jul 23rd, 2009 at 3:56pm
Good to hear!  I'm sure your trip will be fantastic no matter what form it (or the weather) takes.

Title: Re: Update on Spartan1
Post by DentonDoc on Jul 23rd, 2009 at 4:45pm
Outstanding!  [smiley=thumbup.gif]

Whatever the trip, you'll be sharing it with someone very special.

dd

Title: Re: Update on Spartan1
Post by old_salt on Jul 23rd, 2009 at 6:10pm

Fantastic!!! God is good!!! [smiley=thumbup.gif]

Title: Re: Update on Spartan1
Post by Mk631 on Jul 23rd, 2009 at 8:35pm
Great news - thanks for the update!  Enjoy the trip!

...and keep taking pictures!!  :)

Title: Re: Update on Spartan1
Post by Kingfisher on Jul 23rd, 2009 at 10:48pm
I'm sure our paths will cross again. Until then live life to the fullest!

Title: Re: Update on Spartan1
Post by JChief on Jul 24th, 2009 at 12:49am
Enjoy the wilderness and your paddling partner. Many more safe journeys.

Title: Re: Update on Spartan1
Post by Ancient_Angler on Jul 28th, 2009 at 6:27pm
Spartan 2 -- you'll get a kick out of this. When you are in the wilderness and want to commune with the Creator -- it's a local call.

Tim

Title: Re: Update on Spartan1
Post by Spartan2 on Jul 29th, 2009 at 10:27am
:)

Title: Re: Update on Spartan1
Post by marlin55388 on Aug 1st, 2009 at 12:14pm
Good for you folks! More time together! Now I understand the salt in the bread thing! Sawbill and its folks are wondeful...hope you all have a great trip and many more!

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