Monday, April 2, 2012

Greatest Gift

Four years ago today, I received the greatest birthday gift ever...from a total stranger. We still do not know who Tricia's donor was, and we probably never will, but we will never stop being thankful for that person's gift, and we will never stop praying for that person's family.

The video below might be the second greatest birthday gift I've ever received.



Nate

27 comments:

Twila said...

What a beautiful song and a fantastic precious gift.

Skye Harmony said...

Happy Transplantiversary, Tricia! And Happy Birthday, Nathan! The gift of life is so precious. Your story inspired me to make sure I am registered as an organ donor in my state. Tricia, I hope the meds are helping and your donated lungs stay strong for a long time.

Penny said...

That's beyond sweet! Happy Birthday! Hoping and praying Tricia's doing better. God bless.

laura anne said...

Happy transplantiversary to Tricia, and Happy birthday to Nathan. That video is great - Gwyneth is amazing, such a precious precious gift.

Continuing to pray for Tricia.

bobbie said...

Too. Stinkin'. Cute.!!!

Chrissy said...

That is BY FAR the most beautiful thing I've heard all week. Happy birthday and many prayers for your family!

Anonymous said...

Happy Birthday Nate! Not only did you receive the wonderful gift of your family, I think they also received a wonderful gift in you!
Happy 4th Transplant Anniversary Tricia! You continue to be in my thoughts and prayers!
I hope you all get to do something special together today-you have a lot to celebrate!!
~Lori

Anonymous said...

Aww.... That big smile there at the end made me melt. :) What a sweetie!

Mamie said...

Thank you for sharing this. Your unending gratitude and recognition of blessings is an inspiration to me.

Sara said...

Both gifts really are amazing. Hold both of your beautiful girls close.

Vivian said...

God has blessed you with 2 wonderful girls. Praying for you all.

The Beaver Bunch said...

Happy Birthday and Transplantaversarry!

Gwenyth is so sweet!

Jenn said...

Made me tear up. I am so, so thankful that God gave Tricia the gift of life... and used her and you to give Gwyneth the gift. I love children with all I am, and to see them grow in the nurture and love of the Lord is my favorite. SHe loves you, and you and Tricia will show her how to love God.

Annette said...

amazingly beautiful :) thanks for sharing that. Shes doing great!

Catherine said...

Absolutely beautiful! That precious gift brought tears to my eyes.

Praying for your family.

Michelle Jamie said...

lOVE IT lOVE IT LOVE IT!

HOW IS TRICIA DOING?

Liz said...

LOVE LOVE LOVE the video!

gena said...

Delicious! Happy, Happy Birthday!!!!!

Praying for Tricia big time!

gena said...

Delicious! Happy, Happy Birthday!!!!!

Praying for Tricia big time!

auntrene said...

Beautiful...
Thank you for sharing...

Mary said...

That made me cry....very precious.

Sue from Oregon said...

Oh My...so very precious! My how she is growing up!

Anonymous said...

This makes me believe in all that is good in this world. Happy Birthday!

lesley said...

She is just so delightful!

Kristi said...

It just doesn't get any better than that does it?

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Mobachs said...

so so so precious