Hello from rm. 517!!! This is Allison--for the third time, but the first after the transplant. People have been very supportive and just this morning my mom handed me a ten-pound plate of heart-shaped cards from the Pancake Cafe. I think I opened about thirty, and I'm not even a fourth done.
People have asked me if I feel different or like a new person--I GUESS, if I think really hard. I feel exactly the same, except there's a little chest pain because of a new heart. I've also been asked what I want to do once I get out of here--to me, getting out of here means going to the Kohl's House. I won't be home, but at least I'll be tons freer with more chance of getting outside. In the Kohl's House, I'll probably walk down the halls, go up and down the elevator till it breaks, and go outside to enjoy at least some freedom. When I'm free--truly free as in home--I'll spend time outside, and hang out. I want to do anything that the doctors will allow me. The first month is really stay at home--but the last two months I have more freedom, so I'd go to the pool sometimes, and I want to go on vacation--I hope I can at least do that. Once you spend two and a half months in a hospital going completely crazy, you'll do anything once you get out.
I want to go to the movies too, except i think this is pretty impossible for a while, but I want movie popcorn--I haven't had it in so long, and it's so buttery and good. I'll probably just make some at home.
A few people have asked me if I saw that Naperville news thing about me--sort of, but I didn't see any pictures. I just hope they're good ones. I swear, it must be a tough world to live in if the only way some people can get popular or have their face stamped onto the newspaper is to get a heart transplant. Oh, well.
I'm happy it's spring, and as the trees and flowers are budding and blooming, I suppose you can say that I am, too.
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Dear Allison-
ReplyDeleteI love when you write. It is so fun to see your point of view. I bet you want to be free. Just a little longer and you will be able to do what you want. If i were in the hospital for as long as you I would have gone crazy. Hope you get better even faster. I wish i could meet you (maybe someday). I also love movie popcorn. Well i will keep up on your site.
- Katelyn
Hi Allison,
ReplyDeleteI'm glad to hear that your transplant went well. I hope there are no more complications. I can't imagine being in a hospital for that long, but I'm sure I'd get restless after awhile. I also like movie popcorn, but I think I like it better a few days old. That's just me, though!
Owlfury
Dear Allison,
ReplyDeleteWhen I taught Sparks large group 2nd & 3rd grade last week, we did a skit where Peter heals a crippled man and makes him arise and walk. Then I asked the entire class of about 70 to get on their knees and pray thanks for another miracle - your heart.
God's Blessings
Ralph Scully
Allie!! Your cardiologist may read your blog - be sure to say that you're really looking forward to lots of plain, air-popped pop corn and things like grilled, skinless chicken and boiled peas and maybe a slice of angel food cake for dessert!!
ReplyDeleteSO HAPPY that you are doing so well! Love The Keanes
Greetings to Allison: You do not know us, but we are good friends with all the Briddle Family and we are following your progress very closely. Your Mom was one of our favorite babysitters many years ago. Our daughter Barb told me this evening that she has now had orders for more than 55 of the HOW heart necklaces. I wish you and your family happiness and complete recovery. The Allisons....Jan and Ray
ReplyDeleteAllison,
ReplyDeleteIt is so good to "hear" you on the blog. Your writing is such that I can truly hear your voice through the computer! You are so wise, so brave, so inspiring! (and funny too!) We miss you! Keep up the good work!
Nicole Valenza
Hi Allison!
ReplyDeleteIt's great to "hear" from you. I am Mary Chrisos' grandmother (Alissa's mom) and I have been following the blog since the first day. I was so excited when I heard that you had a new heart. (God bless organ donors and their families.) As you know, Mary is doing great and it sounds like you are on the same path. Continue to follow the doctors' orders, and you will be outside soon to see the Spring flowers.
Affectionately, Linda Kosfeld
Hi Allison,
ReplyDeleteI'm glad to hear you are doing so well! We miss you at Crone, & can't wait until you come back! I hope to see you in the neighborhood soon.
~ Love Julianna Long :)
Hi Allie. i read about on Kate Cary's blog. i am so glad that you are feeling better.
ReplyDeleteHi Allie...you are an amazing young lady...cool, calm and collected. I can't begin to imagine what you have been through. I remember when I was your age...and when your Dad was your age...we were just "dumb" boys, no worries, playing ball and having fun. I pray that God sees to it that you heal quickly and can get back to being a kid real soon. You are an inspiration to so many.
ReplyDeleteLove you lots, Bob Sherm
Dear Allison,
ReplyDeleteThis morinig at Church I saw your Mom and your 2 sisters. I am so glad to hear that you are doing good. I have the heart necklace that was on your web site. My mom bought it for me! I love it! It is so cute! Some day I would like to meet you! I am the neice of Sue and Tim Gillerlain! Sue is my dads sister. It is so nice out side! It must be hard not to go to school and see all of out friends! I cant imagin what you went through! Your a great fighter! I am your Age and my name is Alison Dorn! I hope that soon you can enjoy the weather! Get well soon!!!!!!
Peace,
Alison Dorn :)
Dear Allie...We just caught up with your very, very good news. Ellis had a rocky 2 weeks with his heart problems which began in FL and ended up in hospital in Utica NY for 5 days. He came home at noon and let me tell you how he felt after just 5 days: G R E A T TO BE HOME! ! ! So we can't imagine how you will feel when you get home. There's just nothing like home and we hope you'll be there with your family real soon! You are such a good trooper (warrior!) and we love reading your news. You write with feeling and write better than most high school students--and many college students. Loved your pics--we knew your Dad when he was growing up and you look a bit like your Aunt Kathy and Uncle Tim when they were 12. Our prayers continue to be with you and your family.
ReplyDelete~Suzee & Ellis Rowland