August 22, 2015

Hi Everyone! Since the last update yesterday, my dads Creatinine Level (the ability the kidney has to eliminate toxins) has gone down to 1.8!!!! Praise God!!! this is what we needed to have happen. They will be keeping him at the hospital through the weekend so they can continue to monitor and make adjustments to his medication as needed.

In regards to Nathan, his CT scan results came in and unfortunately He was admitted to the hospital yesterday to undergo surgery for an appendicitis. We were all very saddened by this, but glad it could be taken care of. He is now doing better and no longer has the severe pain he's been struggling with since the surgery. So yay! Good news to report overall and we believe it will be getting better as the days go by.

Lastly, thank you all SO MUCH for your prayers, love, support, and your hearts to give. It's amazing to see all that we have been able to raise so far, it's such a testimony of what can happen when we all come together. You have no idea how encouraging this has been to my parents, especially with the months of recovery they have ahead of them. Your support will enable him to recuperate at a healthy pace and eventually live life to the fullest.

August 20, 2015

Hello Family and Friends! I write this to you now because I know there are many following the progress of my Dad( Frank Giraldo) and Brother(Nate Giraldo) in regards to their transplant surgery last weekend. Even more so, I write this because they are still needing much prayer and support!

In my last update I had said that Nathan was able to go home this past Tuesday, and we were hoping my dad would be able to go home today. Since then they have needed to do a biopsy to check the function of his kidney, because his Creatinine level (the ability the kidney has to eliminate toxins) is at a 2.2 and is needed to be at 2 or below. They came to find there is some slight rejection going on and adjustments need to be made to his medications to regulate it. Because of this they are needing to keep him at the hospital through the weekend for further observation. As concerning as this sounds, the Doctors are glad they caught this now vs. him going home and finding out then, when it could have been much worse.

Nathan is also back at the hospital due to some intense pain and nausea. They will be doing a CT scan to see exactly what it could be.

I know this isn't the greatest news, but God IS in control! We know and believe that everything WILL be okay and both of them will be home soon. Thank you to everyone that has been praying on their behalf!

August 20, 2015

On behalf of my husband Frank and I, and the rest of the Giraldo family, we would like to express how overwhelmed we are by the love, prayers, encouragement and support, we have received from our family, loved ones, and loved ones near and far. Please receive a BIG THANK YOU, from the bottom of our hearts and know how blessed and thankful we are to God for each of your lives. We appreciate your continued prayers for Frank, our son Nathan, and the rest of our family, as we look forward to a great recovery. May God bless you richly.

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With Love and gratitude,

Frank & Lizzie Giraldo, & family

“Now all glory to God, who is able, through his mighty power at work within us, to accomplish infinitely more than we might ask or think. Glory to him in the church and in Christ Jesus through all generations forever and ever! Amen.” ‭‭Ephesians‬ ‭3:20-21‬ ‭NLT

August 19, 2015

Hello All! Wanted to fill everyone in on the latest news of our guys...

Nathan was able to go home today! His recovery is going as expected, though still painful, he remains strong knowing our dads life is forever changed for the better.

My dad is still in the hospital and will most likely be staying for another day or two. His body is continuing to have a positive response to the transplant so it's just a matter of making sure all the little details are in place. He's now taking pain medication on a need to basis and is gaining more strength each day. We would ask if you can please pray that over the next couple of days all test results would be where they need to be and that his body would continue to accept and thrive off his new kidney.

We cannot say thank you enough to everyone that has been praying, delivering meals, providing transportation, opening up their homes, and helping financially this past weekend. As I've said before, we could not have gotten this far nor continuing going without you!

Have a wonderful evening and God Bless you!

August 17, 2015

Hi Everyone! What. A. Weekend!!! Seeing a miracle happen before your eyes is life changing. Life being given, family coming together, people across the globe praying and sending their love to our family... WOW! There are no words that will fully articulate all that has happened, all we can say is, we are in awe of the goodness of God.

My dad is doing fantastic! He's making excellent progress and is able to walk around, stand and sit with little assistance. He was able to see Nathan for the first time today since the surgery. It was such a beautiful moment to witness. There wasn't a dry eye in the room as they embraced, exchanged loving words to one another, and experienced this miraculous bond they now have together.

They both still have a good amount of recovery to face ahead of them, but with the strength & determination that we've seen these brave men have, they will be faster than speeding a speeding bullet in no time.

THANK YOU for joining us and being part of such a pivotal moment for our family. We truly could not have made it this far, nor keep going, without your love, prayers, and support.

Truly, from the bottoms of our hearts, THANK YOU and GOD BLESS YOU ALL!!!

August 16, 2015

Hi All! Sorry it's been a while since the last update. Daddy and Nathan are recovering and are both in good spirits. My dad still has some pain, but his body is continuing to show good signs of accepting his new kidney, and I can see such a difference in him already. Nathan's level of pain is still pretty significant, and unfortunately normal for being the donor. But after getting out of recovery, his words to my dad were, "I love you and I'd do it again." So blessed to have these men in my life. Thank you EVERYONE for your continued love, prayers, encouragement, and support in this time! We are all overwhelmed and truly grateful beyond words.

August 14, 2015

Nathan is out and everything went great, Thank the Lord. He will be in post op for a couple hours before anyone's able to see him. It's definitely a moment of many emotions... Joy to know Nathan's out and ok, and then all the thoughts and emotions that come with waiting till the second half is over with my dad. Your prayers, words, and support continue to encourage us through this process. Thank you all so much!

August 14, 2015

Today's the day! Nathan is going into his part of the surgery right now, and my dad will follow in about an hour or so. Both their surgeries will take about 3-5 hours each. We have a long day of waiting ahead, but we know we are not alone. Thank you to ALL for your prayers, love, support, and hearts to give. Will be posting updates thruout the day :) Here we go...

With love,

Melissa (Franks daughter)