March 13, 2015
It Takes a Village!
Briarcliff is inviting friends and family to show the Autrey family that We Love Steve with a neighborhood fundraiser. Enjoy good company, exercise, food, a silent auction and music while supporting the Autreys in their journey for a new liver and kidney for Steven.
What: Trail Walk, Chili Cook-Off and Silent Auction Benefit for Steven Autrey
When: Saturday, June 6th, 10 a.m. to 2p.m.
Where: Briarcliff Park, 22003 Kyle Dr., Briarcliff, TX 78669
Please pass this on!
Linda Aldrich [email protected]
Bridget Stevens [email protected]
Tangalene Wood [email protected]
January 19, 2015
On January 8th, we got the call and headed to the hospital. After a long overnight wait, we received word that the organs were not of high enough quality to be viable so we headed home. Thank you all for all of the love, support and prayers. Hopefully, the third time will be the charm.
"For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. Then you will call on me and come and pray to me, and I will listen to you. You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all your heart." Jeremiah 29:11-13
On January 16th, Steve had his monthly labs drawn and he is about the same as last month. He is notably more tired and regularly naps. We are blessed to be in a place where he is able to rest. The girls are struggling with the uncertainty. Please pray for God's peace and heeling. In the past 6 months that my family has been here, I have never felt alone. I feel all of your love and prayers and trust in God's plan for us.
December 16, 2014
I'm so sorry an update was not posted in October after the last post. Steve did not get a transplant that night because they felt his kidney desease had progressed and that he needed to be evaluated for a kidney transplant as well. It took all of October to go through that process and on October 31st he was relisted as a double transplant. We are told that he sits very close to the top of the list but are now going on two months wait this time around. Steve continues to be tired and does not feel like himself but he is patiently waiting. We thank you so much for your continued support and wish you a Merry Christmas!
September 30, 2014
They sent us home at 4am today from the hospital and said they would call in a few hours to let us know if the donor was good to go as well. This morning they called and said the transplant is a no go. Steve's kidney numbers have gotten worse and they want to evaluate him for a double transplant and this candidate was not a good match for that. A doctor will follow up today to set Steve up for further kidney testing. Thank you all for your prayers and love. We are satisfied with this decision and know that God knows the way and we will follow.
September 30, 2014
We just got the call last night. We went to the hospital where Steve had labs drawn to make sure that he is still healthy enough for the transplant. We are now at home and waiting for the call today to make sure that the liver is in good enough condition to be transplanted. If all goes well we expect the surgery to begin this evening. Pray.
September 8, 2014
We hear the San Antonio fundraiser was a wild success last night!! Thank you so much to Kim, Sanseria and Sharilyn for all of you hard work, love and support!
September 1, 2014
Steve's kidney test called a creatinine clearance came back with 40 which puts him at Stage 3 kidney disease. They will continue to monitor his kidney decline and will reaccess whether he needs a kidney transplant in addition to the liver when he gets the call. For more information http://www.m.webmd.com/a-to-z-guides/creatinine-and-creatinine-clearance-blood-tests?page=4 - See more at: http://www.youcaring.com/medical-fundraiser/steven-autrey-transplant-fund/123364#sthash.g1a6TJFx.dpuf
August 29, 2014
We just got the call...Steve is officially on the list! They say it can be up to 6 months before we get the call, but we believe it will be sooner. Praise God! We are on way, the next step has begun.
August 27, 2014
Plenty of tickets are still available for the upcoming event on September 7th. Reservation deadline ends September 3rd so get your tickets today!!
August 22, 2014
Dinner, Live Entertainment & Silent Auction Update--
Please note that although all 8-top tables are sold out, plenty of general seating is still available.
August 18, 2014
We have settled in to our new temporary residence in SC. It is a beautiful city, and there are certainly much less appealing places to have have to sit and wait for a transplant. Steven is noticeably more fatigued lately. With the extra humidity and of course summer heat, he tries to stay indoors and rest whenever possible.
We have been here almost three weeks and the loneliness is starting to set in a bit for the girls and for me. Steve doesn't mind much since the social scene is not really a big deal for him. We are very much enjoying getting to spend so much family time together but the girls miss their friends. Not much opportunity to meet kids their age in an apartment and while homeschooling, but we hope to meet some through church and local homeschool groups.
We are so blessed to have this time to spend with each other. Thank you for your love and support.
