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« on: September 20, 2010, 04:24:29 PM »
Someone said she deserved something sparkly.  I believe it was Moosemom.

I had this made.  If anyone wants the info on the jeweler send me a PM.  I looked all over the internet for some gold kidney jewelry and could not find any.

I wish I had Karol's skill with a camera!!!!



Edited: Fixed photo attachment - okarol/admin
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« Reply #1 on: September 20, 2010, 04:27:40 PM »
 :clap; That is really sweet!!! 
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« Reply #2 on: September 20, 2010, 04:34:14 PM »

So beautiful!  :yahoo;
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« Reply #3 on: September 20, 2010, 04:35:29 PM »
Quote from: okarol on September 20, 2010, 04:34:14 PM

So beautiful!  :yahoo;

Thank you for fixing the link!!!
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Membranous Glomerulonephritis confirmed by biopsy in  April 1989
currently Stage IV CRF
GFR 18
Creatinine 3.9
AV fistula (radiocephalic) placed September 24, 2009
Began transplant evaluation November 11, 2009
Completed transplant eval and approved for transplant February 10, 2010
Received confirmation letter I am on the UNOS list February 18, 2010
Wife began donor testing March 1, 2010
Received living donor preemptive transplant from spouse July 22, 2010

http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/phillipjohnsen
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« Reply #4 on: September 20, 2010, 05:32:54 PM »
The hospital gave Gwyn a little foam rubber kidney to replace his - he keeps it in his nightstand. They also gave him a certificate signed by the surgeon, nephrologist and coordinator.

Great idea on the jewelry!
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« Reply #5 on: September 20, 2010, 05:45:45 PM »
that's really gorgeous and such a beautiful reminder. What a great idea!! Love it!
 :2thumbsup; :2thumbsup; :2thumbsup; :2thumbsup;
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« Reply #6 on: September 20, 2010, 07:15:56 PM »
Every donor deserves one of those.
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« Reply #7 on: September 20, 2010, 07:20:18 PM »
That is really nice!
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« Reply #8 on: September 20, 2010, 07:27:21 PM »
That really touched my heart.  So thoughtful and beautiful..  What a wonderful thing to have done!!! Heck, even i thank you for doing it.. ;-)
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« Reply #9 on: September 20, 2010, 07:48:09 PM »
Good job Bassman, it is very beautiful & I'm sure it is stunning on Colleen. What was her reaction when you gave it to her???
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« Reply #10 on: September 20, 2010, 10:53:01 PM »
That is totally awesome!!!  :flower; :flower; :flower; :bandance; :bandance;
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« Reply #11 on: September 20, 2010, 10:53:47 PM »
Wow.  I never expected to see such a pretty looking kidney.  Guess that's the power of diamonds!   :thumbup; :thumbup; :thumbup;
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« Reply #12 on: September 21, 2010, 10:51:46 AM »
You did a great job!  It is beautiful and I am sure she loves it.    Maybe more people would donate if they thought they would get a gorgeous necklace like that!   lol
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« Reply #13 on: September 21, 2010, 01:02:31 PM »
Wow!  It's a beautiful piece and so sweet.   
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« Reply #14 on: September 21, 2010, 02:05:37 PM »
Quote from: cariad on September 20, 2010, 05:32:54 PM
The hospital gave Gwyn a little foam rubber kidney to replace his - he keeps it in his nightstand. They also gave him a certificate signed by the surgeon, nephrologist and coordinator.

Great idea on the jewelry!

I got a blue one that say prograf/tacrolimus on it.  I used it in the car under my seat belt.  It fit perfectly around my thigh and cushioning just the right spot on my abdomen.
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Membranous Glomerulonephritis confirmed by biopsy in  April 1989
currently Stage IV CRF
GFR 18
Creatinine 3.9
AV fistula (radiocephalic) placed September 24, 2009
Began transplant evaluation November 11, 2009
Completed transplant eval and approved for transplant February 10, 2010
Received confirmation letter I am on the UNOS list February 18, 2010
Wife began donor testing March 1, 2010
Received living donor preemptive transplant from spouse July 22, 2010

http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/phillipjohnsen
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« Reply #15 on: September 21, 2010, 02:07:29 PM »
Quote from: boswife on September 20, 2010, 07:27:21 PM
That really touched my heart.  So thoughtful and beautiful..  What a wonderful thing to have done!!! Heck, even i thank you for doing it.. ;-)

Colleen really touched my heart.  She was so brave and a real trooper even though it caused her quite a bit of pain for several weeks.
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Membranous Glomerulonephritis confirmed by biopsy in  April 1989
currently Stage IV CRF
GFR 18
Creatinine 3.9
AV fistula (radiocephalic) placed September 24, 2009
Began transplant evaluation November 11, 2009
Completed transplant eval and approved for transplant February 10, 2010
Received confirmation letter I am on the UNOS list February 18, 2010
Wife began donor testing March 1, 2010
Received living donor preemptive transplant from spouse July 22, 2010

http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/phillipjohnsen
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« Reply #16 on: September 21, 2010, 02:10:07 PM »
Quote from: Dianejt on September 20, 2010, 07:48:09 PM
Good job Bassman, it is very beautiful & I'm sure it is stunning on Colleen. What was her reaction when you gave it to her???
I had just given her the solitaire (in the photo) a few days earlier for her birthday.  The jeweler called and told me the kidney was ready.  It was supposed to be an anniversary  present but I had to give it to her way early.  No way I could keep it a secret after I saw it.  I was well pleased with the way it turned out.
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Membranous Glomerulonephritis confirmed by biopsy in  April 1989
currently Stage IV CRF
GFR 18
Creatinine 3.9
AV fistula (radiocephalic) placed September 24, 2009
Began transplant evaluation November 11, 2009
Completed transplant eval and approved for transplant February 10, 2010
Received confirmation letter I am on the UNOS list February 18, 2010
Wife began donor testing March 1, 2010
Received living donor preemptive transplant from spouse July 22, 2010

http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/phillipjohnsen
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« Reply #17 on: September 21, 2010, 02:11:53 PM »
Thank all of you for the compliments on the jewelry.  It was my design and the jeweler made it happen.
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Membranous Glomerulonephritis confirmed by biopsy in  April 1989
currently Stage IV CRF
GFR 18
Creatinine 3.9
AV fistula (radiocephalic) placed September 24, 2009
Began transplant evaluation November 11, 2009
Completed transplant eval and approved for transplant February 10, 2010
Received confirmation letter I am on the UNOS list February 18, 2010
Wife began donor testing March 1, 2010
Received living donor preemptive transplant from spouse July 22, 2010

http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/phillipjohnsen
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« Reply #18 on: September 21, 2010, 05:25:33 PM »
This is so cool Bassman! It turned out peeeeerfect!
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« Reply #19 on: September 21, 2010, 05:37:45 PM »
Quote from: Jelena on September 21, 2010, 05:25:33 PM
This is so cool Bassman! It turned out peeeeerfect!

Thank you!
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Membranous Glomerulonephritis confirmed by biopsy in  April 1989
currently Stage IV CRF
GFR 18
Creatinine 3.9
AV fistula (radiocephalic) placed September 24, 2009
Began transplant evaluation November 11, 2009
Completed transplant eval and approved for transplant February 10, 2010
Received confirmation letter I am on the UNOS list February 18, 2010
Wife began donor testing March 1, 2010
Received living donor preemptive transplant from spouse July 22, 2010

http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/phillipjohnsen
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« Reply #20 on: September 21, 2010, 11:50:34 PM »
Wow! That necklace is beautiful. She must love it.
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« Reply #21 on: September 22, 2010, 03:12:15 PM »
 :rofl; :rofl; :rofl;  Yes, something sparkly is always appreciated!  Well done!  I think it's brilliant that you actually had this made; it's unique, one of a kind, and that makes it even more special.  What kind hearts you both have.  While it is true that Colleen did something wonderful for you, make no mistake...she did this for herself, too.  I mean, she didn't want to live without you! :clap;
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« Reply #22 on: September 22, 2010, 03:15:38 PM »
Quote from: MooseMom on September 22, 2010, 03:12:15 PM
:rofl; :rofl; :rofl;  Yes, something sparkly is always appreciated!  Well done!  I think it's brilliant that you actually had this made; it's unique, one of a kind, and that makes it even more special.  What kind hearts you both have.  While it is true that Colleen did something wonderful for you, make no mistake...she did this for herself, too.  I mean, she didn't want to live without you! :clap;

 We had that very discussion  before the transplant evaluation for her.  She admitted she had selfish reasons for wanting to donate to me.
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Membranous Glomerulonephritis confirmed by biopsy in  April 1989
currently Stage IV CRF
GFR 18
Creatinine 3.9
AV fistula (radiocephalic) placed September 24, 2009
Began transplant evaluation November 11, 2009
Completed transplant eval and approved for transplant February 10, 2010
Received confirmation letter I am on the UNOS list February 18, 2010
Wife began donor testing March 1, 2010
Received living donor preemptive transplant from spouse July 22, 2010

http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/phillipjohnsen
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