I'm so sorry I've been away from the boards for so long . . . life w/ 2 teens gets really hectic!Well, I'm BACK, and I bear good news! I have been notified that I will receive my new kidney in less than 1 month. My brother, graciously and gerously offered to be evaluated back in November. He was just notified that he was approved as my donor! If all goes as planned, I check into the hospital on June 19th, and will receive my new kidney on June 20th. I am still in shock, a little nervous, but REALLY EXCITED!!! I plan to read ALL the posts in this Topic, so I'd better go, and start reading!!!