The Badger is back from her short jaunt to Denver and is a little tired. Nevertheless, because there are only two days until I leave for Africa, I wanted to leave a short post. I do hope you’ll read it, because I think it’s one of the most important posts that I will be sharing.
As you know, I haven’t asked for any monetary donations for the climb. But I really want something from you badly, and it won’t cost you a penny.
I would like you to consider being an organ donor.
I feel very strongly about this subject. It is not because I or any family member or close friend has ever needed or received an organ. It is because I know there is a great shortage of viable organs for people fighting for their lives, and it is such a simple thing you can do to possibly make a huge difference in somebody’s life.
I’m not suggesting that you go out today and donate a kidney (of course that’s certainly OK, too). What I’m talking about is a postmortem anatomical gift.
I am an organ donor myself and want to be sure that my friends and family are aware of that fact. It is noted on my driver’s license and in my MyRoadID “dog tag.” Death is an unpleasant subject, and thinking about one’s own mortality is almost too much to bear. However, when I pass on from this earth (hopefully many decades from now!) my hope is that the medical professionals can harvest as much of me as possible and save and/or improve as many lives as they can. After all, I won’t have any need for my organs beyond that point, and I cannot think of a more beautiful legacy than giving something that I won’t need anymore anyway. (Note: I would suggest passing on my eyes, as I have the worst vision ever! And I think my brain may be Abby Normal, so you might want to leave that, too. ?)
Nothing would honor me more as part of this great climb than if you would choose to become an organ donor today. If you are interested, please check out this link. Organ Donation Info. It’s so easy.
And if you do decide to become a donor, I would really appreciate hearing from you. If I convince even one person to become a donor, then my mission is fulfilled. I would also love to hear if you’re already a donor. Sound off in the Comments if you are so inclined.
And on that happy note, I need to get back to my freaking out and breaking out in hives about the fact that tomorrow is my last day in the United States before head for Kilimanjaro. I have not started packing yet! If you hear sirens near my house tomorrow, it’s just the fire department coming out to douse my hair, which will be fully engulfed in flames by then. ?
Speaking of freaking out, you’ve earned the right to dance after enduring such a heavy post: Le Freak
Onward and UPWARD,
Badger
Note: The cover photo for this post is at Summit Lake in July.
Thank you for your post Stephanie❤️ My 16 year old son is soon to be 11 years post heart transplant. He was 5 years old when he needed a new heart because a simple childhood virus ravaged his first one. We are so very thankful that a family somewhere made the difficult decision to donate their child’s organs. We are eternally grateful for their decision. We speak first hand of what a blessing organ donation is. We are just one of a huge community of families who have been blessed twice with the gift of life.
Go conquer that mountain Stephanie!!! Love and prayers sent your way❤️
Thanks for the updates Badger! Best of luck with the big journey and don’t forget sunscreen and a hat…I have to believe it’s gonna be quite sunny up there. I’m already an organ donor, so I’m on the list for that one 😉 Best, Eric
I believe I’m an organ donor but I am going to confirm. I agree it’s such an easy way to help out someone in need. See you in a couple of days.