Post Transplant Update 63

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The Preacher of Israel said, “there is a time to weep and a time to laugh; a time to mourn, and a time to dance” (Eccl. 8:6). We have experienced much sorrow since the day of Ela’s heart transplant…this weekend though, will be a weekend to celebrate.

Although the following year will be a year of adjustment and watchfulness, we cannot express the joy it has been to have Ela out of the hospital. 25 hours and counting!

I shared with Leslee last night after arriving at the Gift of Life House how fun of a ride Ela and I had together: “Look! a tunnel!…and it has lights!” “Wow…so many cars! And a bridge!” Perspective, perspective…to tell you the truth, I was a little grumpy at moments over the bad traffic, yet Ela was having the time of her life getting re-acquainted with a regular car ride!

First time in 135 days getting a car ride, and sleeping in a queen size bed, and taking a REAL bath!

Leslee and Ela will be at the Gift of Life House for another month or two since Ela has to go back to CHOP regularly for important check ups, yet we are one stop closer to returning home. We’re praying that we can have her home by Christmas.

Thanks again for everything. Below is a clip of Ela’s walk out of the hospital, hoping it helps you rejoice with us!

“A joyful heart is good medicine, but a crushed spirit dries up bones” Proverbs 17:22

Gabriela Yustiz

Martinsburg, WV

Transplant Type: Heart

Transplant Status: Transplanted

Goal: $50,000.00

Raised: $67,370 of $50,000 goal

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17 thoughts on “Post Transplant Update 63”

  1. All we can say is, our hearts are full, our cheeks are wet with joy and we stand is awe of the greatness of God. ❤️🙌 We love you all!

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  2. We are indeed all rejoicing with you! Just beautiful Miguel!! To God be all the glory and praise! We love you, Uncle Steve and Aunt Michele

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  5. How wonderful!!! Our hearts are overwhelmed with the goodness of God in this specific answer of “yes” for Ela! We are rejoicing with you as our eyes fill with tears. May all the learning curves ahead go smoothly and praying that the Christmas goal may be another precious gift from the Lord to your family!!! 💝💝💝🙏🙏🙏

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  6. This is truly great news! We are praising the Lord with you and will continue to pray for Ela and your family. 🙏💕

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  8. There are no words apart from God to express how Ela and you and Leslee have touched all of us! Beyond grateful for your testimony. With much love and prayers for the future. Bonnie

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  11. Ah this blesses our hearts too. Sooooo happy for yall. Thats so precious to hear about her car ride!! Will be praying yall all adjust to her care and can get home for christmas with whole family. Love yall

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  13. We were thrilled with this news…..we have prayed and prayed for all of you and for healing for little Ela ….we will continue to pray and praise God for His goodness. ❤️❤️❤️

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  16. SOOO delighted to hear this. I wish we could see you BOTH at Risen Hope one Sunday. May the weeks speed by and you be home for Christmas! Sending love.

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  17. Praising God with you all! Praying for continued recovery and health. Thank you for being shining lights in this world!! Phil 2:15.
    Much love to you!

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