February 25, 2016

Four months out, and progress is apparent. I am much stronger, and have gained eight pounds. There are lingering issues, but UCSF is wonderfully supportive. I owe so much to my donor's family, and my family and friends. Life is good.

January 12, 2016

Thank you to Pläj restaurant in San Francisco for a successful fundraiser in my name. A special cocktail was created in my name and proceeds from its sales were donated to my campaign!

December 11, 2015

Heading home on Dec. 19th. Thank you to my wonderful support team for making this possible. Looking forward to friends dropping by.

November 16, 2015

Check out my helping hands in the photo album. Getting great support.

November 4, 2015

After having waited nearly three years, Nancy received the double lung transplant she desperately needed. The doctors at UCSF were able to do what they had hoped to achieve for Nancy—a successful lung transplant and the ability to breathe without oxygen for the first time in over ten years. This gift has provided Nancy with the opportunity to add a new chapter to her life.

While many of you have been instrumental in helping Nancy, and we thank you, the journey ahead will be challenging, both medically and financially. Therefore, we are asking for a donation to offset expenses while we maneuver through the medical maze of aftercare that Nancy will require. Our goal is to support Nancy back to independence and good health while providing the necessary rehabilitative care not covered by insurance.

September 30, 2015

I appreciate these funds so much. In the two years and nine months that I have been waiting for lungs, I have had six offers that didn't work out, and was admitted to the hospital three times. There have been many co-pays for tests, doctor visits and admissions that were covered by this money raised for me by loving friends. My heart is grateful.

May 5, 2015

I'm still here. After four false alarms, and three months of weakness that left me unable to work, I'm hoping the next call is a go. Supportive family and friends encourage me every day, and I am strong enough to consider teaching one class in the fall.

September 18, 2014

Just letting you know that I'm still waiting, some days more graciously than others!

July 25, 2014

Thank you to all who have generously donated to help ease my mind about expenses relating to transplant. My goal has been exceeded, and financial worries have disappeared. Now I can focus on the strength I need for surgery and recovery.

July 23, 2014

I'm very grateful for the generosity of my friends and Help Hope Live. Since March, I have been reimbursed for $3254 worth of pre-transplant out-of-pocket costs.

July 14, 2014

My daughter has moved to San Francisco, and therefore is no longer a potential driver. Many of my friends are out of town enjoying well-deserved vacations. If you are in town, and have volunteered to get me to UCSF, please keep your phone with you, just in case!

May 8, 2014

The Preview Night benefit of Thoroughly Modern Millie at 6th Street Playhouse was a great success. Everyone seemed to enjoy the social hour and raffle, and the musical was terrific. Thanks to all who helped plan and participated, adding $4011 after expenses to my transplant fund.

April 24, 2014

One week from today, on April 30th, a Preview Night benefit will be held at 6th Street Playhouse. The musical is "Thoroughly Modern Millie." If you wish to join us, please check the link to the poster under Fundraising Activities for details.

March 17, 2014

This is the final week of "Team Nancy" Restaurant Month. Thank you to all my ESL colleagues at SRJC for organizing this fun event. Hope to see some of you at Mary's and Crepevine!

February 8, 2014

The MHS Leo Club served a pasta dinner tonight and raised $250 on my behalf during a Montgomery High School event! Thank you to all the students who planned and participated, and to their advisor, Donna Holmes. I'll be by to thank you in person at your next club meeting.

January 24, 2014

Off to a meeting today with my wonderful SRJC colleagues - ESL instructors all - who are planning a fundraising concert. Details will be posted soon!

January 12, 2014

This waiting game is difficult. I am on pins and needles, aware that I have to be ready to drop everything when given an offer. This also involves inflicting great inconvenience on my daughter and my support team. Still, I am trying to keep the faith that this fateful call will lead me to a more active, satisfying life.

December 25, 2013

Yesterday, as I was awaiting my family's arrival for Christmas Eve Tacos, I got a call from UCSF with an offer of new lungs. We arrived at the hospital at 5 p.m. and completed the surgical prep. About 10 p.m., the surgeon called and informed me that the lungs were no longer healthy enough. This was a difficult day, but having a dry run is not a bad thing. Now we are better prepared and know what to do and what not to do.

December 14, 2013

MHS held a very creative fund-raiser for me today at the staff holiday party at Chevy's in Santa Rosa. The Admin Team donated the money they had set aside for refreshments to my campaign. Attendees then had to pay for their own food and drinks. They didn't seem to resent this at all! It was wonderful to see everyone. Thank you.

December 13, 2013

Thank you for all of your contributions. Every time the total creeps up, I feel a little bit of worry disappear. Please be patient after making a donation; unfortunately the thermometer is only updated twice a week.

December 7, 2013

Feeling grateful for all the encouragement I've received at this scary time!