Hi guys. I guess you’ve probably noticed my absence from the website recently. Well, I’ve finally felt good enough to post something. So here goes. I’ve been in the hospital for the last twelve days and I’m still not sure when I will get out. Hopefully soon. Hopefully. I’m definitely ready.
Unfortunately, I was pretty sick when I arrived. I started out with an infection that made its way into my transplanted kidney and then into my bloodstream. Not good. Not fun.
But what makes matters much more difficult is that for more than a year now, my transplanted kidney has not been doing it’s best. I chose not to tell anyone because I wanted to focus on being positive, but I’ve slowly had to come to terms that my kidney, the wonderful gift of life given to me more than eighteen years ago will not be with me forever. Actually, something I never really expected to happen. But I was so young when I received it and it has done so superbly over the years, I never had a reason to question its lifespan. I’ve learned recently however, that 18 years is fantastic for a transplanted kidney and even better since mine was from a deceased donor. I can’t tell you how hard it is to accept that I will have to let this kidney go. Feelings of letting my deceased donor down fill my heart with sadness.
But it is happening. And faster than I anticipated. Before getting sick two weeks ago, I had begun the process to be re-evaluated for another kidney transplant and to be added to the transplant waiting list. In the meantime, my mom is being tested to be a possible donor. I had thought I would have time to do all of this and hopefully have surgery and not skip a beat with my job or with this website that I enjoy sharing with you so much.
No such luck. Since I’ve been here, I’ve started dialysis to take some stress off my distressed kidney while it tries to heal. The hope is that I would be on dialysis for a short while, giving my transplanted kidney time to recuperate. Then, go off dialysis and try to squeak a few more months out before surgery is needed.
The alternative, though which is just as possible is that 1) I’ll be on dialysis until my mom is confirmed as a donor or 2) My mom is not a potential donor and then I would stay on dialysis while I wait on the list for a kidney to become available.
So that’s what’s been going on. That’s the reason for the lack of cake pops and cupcakes and cute. I just wanted to let you know something and thank everyone for their wonderful and inspiring get well wishes. You guys are a huge bright spot in my life. You have no idea how much.
Hugs,
Bakerella
wishing you the best and will always pray for a fast recovery. and that your mum will be a potential donor.
Take care of yourself and know that we are thinking of you and praying for you.
Tara
Thank you for giving us such personal details so that we can pray for you specifically and earnestly. Medical issues are often difficult turning points in our lives. I hope that you are soon back to feeling better, but until then keep the faith and positivity. You inspire so many.
Again, I send my well-wishes for a speedy recovery.
But, as a side note, cake pops are now showing up in food chains! Starbucks new petite dessert menu has three kinds of cake pops!! http://www.starbucks.com/menu/catalog/product?food=petites#view_control=product
I can’t believe it! See what you started, Bakerella? :)
Your support is so clear, you’re loved and appreciated and many prayers are with you. Get well, and get back!!
Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers!
im so sorry for your pain and pray to god your mom is a match!
god be with you
You have such a Sunny disposition. Your in my prayers that all will go well.
My prayers are with you…
Hi… I have never posted a comment before either, but wanted to you know that my heart goes out to you and that I hope your mom is a match for you… being a mother, I know I would give up my life, if needed, for either of my daughters :) Your website is wonderful, you are wonderful, and you inspire people. You are gift to us all.
Good luck and may God bless you.
Wow! My best friend had a kidney/pancreas transplant almost 2 years ago and what a ride it’s been for her. Lots of bumps. But still so much to be thankful for. Gotta love how far modern medicine has come.
18 years is amazing for a kidney! You are blessed for that!
And heres to praying that another kidney comes your way very quickly!!!!!
I have been wondering where you were and now that I know, know that I will be praying for you. May God bless you:)
So sorry to hear this. We are praying for you and your kidney to recoup and eek out as many healthy days as possible. Also praying for just the right donor to appear in God’s perfect timing. We will keep you in our prayers until we see a new and beautiful new post!
Prayers for you strength and a good match soon.. don’t worry about us out here, it will take us until your well to get thru all the ideas on the web site…. God bless and protect you
I will keep you in my prayers. I have never posted but always read your updates with a smile on my face. Your blog is such an inspiration. Thanks for sharing your amazing talent. I will pray that your mom is a perfect match and you get well soon. Hang in there. Receive my virtual hugs and best wishes.
Sending warm thoughts your way… feel better soon!
So sorry to hear the news, but will keep you in my thoughts and prayers….. really miss you and your sweets!
I am sending prayers up in your name! God knows our every need, and I have faith that he will meet your all of your needs! Thank you for sharing your story with us. I wish you a speedy recovery and healing. I hope that you aren’t in too much pain, and are able to find comfort each and every day. I’m sure that your donor is so happy that you have been thriving with their kidney for 18 years. Your mom is a wonderful woman. The love and prayers of a mother can move mountains. There is no cry more passionate or strong than that of a mother for her child. Bless you both!!
I hope everything goes well!
Praying for you.
here’s hoping for a quick recovery for you.. and hoping that your mom is a positive match.. we miss you.. stay strong bakerella..
You are an inspiration! Hang in there – we are rooting for you!
Much cupcake love from Texas
Get better soon! Lots of hugs and well wishes! You are amazing!
praying for you today! hope you feel better soon!!
Your new kidney is looking for you!!! I hope he finds you soon!
Lots of love from Barcelona.
Thinking of you…wishing you a speedy recovery!
Good luck with your kidney search! Fingers crossed that your mom is a match. Get better soon, so we can enjoy all your cuteness and creativity for years to come!
Dearest Bakerella…. All prayers & positive thoughts are headed your way for a quick & speedy recovery. Prayers for your Mom & family and if need be, for a donor to be come available soon. We all will be here when you are ready!
Praying for you! Also praying for the donor, whether it’s your mother or through other means, that God has his hand on this whole thing. Lots of love going out for positive results and a speedy recovery.
Big hugs to you Bakerella! I hope your mom is a match and you can be onto a speedy recovery or another match is found quickly for you. We miss you but you need to rest and get well over anything else. :)
:( Sending big hugs your way! Hope you feel better soon!
Bakeralla, prayers being sent to you. I pray your mom can be a donor. I was wondering where you were. Missing your posts and your adorable face and dorky wave (just kidding, wanted to make you smile). Take care of yourself, get better, and get back to doing what you love soon. I have your book in my kitchen on a stand. I will say a prayer for you everytime I walk by it . Blessings~
Lots and lots of luck and well wishes!!
So very sorry to hear about this! Best wishes to you for a speedy recovery and a return to good heath. You are an inspiration.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you! Stay strong and positive and we’ll be thinking of you often and praying for a quick match and speedy recovery! We’re here for you!
Oh, I have been wondering about your absence! I knew you cancelled a book tour, but you keep your illness a good secret!
Best blessings tonyou, your Mom, your family.
Love and hugs.
sending sweet wishes and prayers your way! stay rested and get well soon!
My fingers and toes are crossed for your quick and successful recovery! You are missed. From the enormity of responses here you can see that you are a bright spot in our worlds too. Get well soon.
Prayers to you. You bring so much joy to others, may all these wishes and prayers bring some joy and happiness to you.
Please know that there are those who have been very ill, and understand. If you are not feeling brave, that is okay. You are not letting anybody down. You have brought joy to so many lives, and that is the greatest gift of all.We all thank you.
Our prayers are you with and your family, we wish you the best. Please stay strong, you have been an inspiration to us.
My godness, I wish you a speedy recovery, and send all our wishes to you and your family.
I am so sorry, you are in my prayers. My mom is currently on dialysis, on the national waiting list, and in paired exchange program which will hopefully come together soon.
I’m praying for you! Take care
Sending big hugs and get well wishes your way. YOU and your health are more important, so take this time to get well and rest up. Praying either your mom is a match or a donor is found for you soon, so that you can get back to who and what you love :O) Thanks for the update !
So sorry to hear what you are going through. Sending lots of prayers to you and your family. My Father In Law underwent dialysis for a couple of months after going into kidney failure…he is still hospitalized but is a fighter. Can’t say I know what you are going through but please know that you have inspired so many people with your talents, stories and success. We are all wishing you a speedy recovery.
Well, in the midst of 1,750 comments, I don’t know how you’ll find time to read mine, but I’m thinking this is a great time to delurk and tell you I’m praying for you! WOW. Click in thinking I might see a Green Eggs and Ham cake pop and find THIS instead! Holy cow.
I know that you already know what an impact you’ve had on so many people, just through your unique form of art and your bubbly, sunny personality. But even in the midst of your personal trial, you’re still coming through with that sunshine … and I know all of us out here are cheering you on. Keep the faith, and keep us posted! Best, best wishes, Bakerella.
Be strong Bakerella! You have many, many friends.
Love and healing prayers coming your way!!!
You are definately in my prayers. I know you will receive a new kidney that will function perfectly. Your diseased donor did help you for 18 years so don’t feel you are letting her down. You will have an amazing testimony when this is all done.
You will be on the mend soon.
BIG xo’s to you. Hoping all the best for you and that you are feeling better soon. We’ve all been missing you.
Take care of you for as long as it takes and I promise we will all be here waiting for you :)
i cried reading you felt like you’re letting your old donor down. how far from the truth! you and your kidney have given each other life for the past 18 years. you are an incredible inspiration, and my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Praying for you, a great match, and a speedy recovery! :)
You will be in my prayers!
My thoughts are with you, I keep my fingers crossed and hope that things will soon be better and that the sun will come back. lots of love
I am so sorry! Good luck to all of you! You have a lot of people on your side :)
Oh, Bakerella. I wish you (and your beloved kidney) all the best. You’re definitely in my thoughts as you go through these next few months. I’m so inspired by your positive attitude and outlook!
Oh Bakearella I hope that all the comments are making you feel better (or at the very least giving you something to do!). Hoping that your mom is a match, and wishing you a quick recovery. Thank you for sharing your struggle so that we can offer our support.
Oh dear, I’m so sorry!! Thinking about you and will be keeping you in our prayers!! xo
I am praying for you! And so is my mom who is also a kidney transplant recipient.
I am so sorry to hear of your troubles! I am praying for you. May God’s grace and healing be with you.
I thought of you on Tuesday when I drove through the drive through at Starbucks to see a big sign announcing their new snack item= CAKE POPS!
I wish you all the best. Relax and focus on yourself.
So happy for the update, but sad at the news. Here’s to getting a new kidney soon!!
Thoughts and prayers for you!
I hope and pray that your mom will be a match. I truly believe that all will work out. Just listen to your docs even though they are aggravating and make rules that we all feel need to be broken, they are there for a reason. I truly will pray for quick and positive answers and send some love through the miles for you. Peace, love and good wishes to you. Mwah!
Thank-you for sharing with all of us. I read your blog religiously and was wondering what had happened. Now that I know, my prayers are with you for a speedy recovery and discovery, in hopes that you are a match quickly. Take care….
Praying for you and sending love your way!
my thoughts are with you. you need to get better soon, we miss you! (((hugs)))
few of us can fully understand what you are going through, not just the physical but the emotional as well. There are hundreds of people out here in cyber space who have all been touched by you. You never fail to put a smile on our faces with each blog posting. Now the tables are turned and it’s our turn to lift you up – so here’s hoping that all this wonderful collected good energy does indeed do just that.
Sending only the best thoughts to you and your entire family for a quick and positive outcome. <3
Praying for you! God bless you and your wonderful talents! Hope you feel better soon!
You ARE missed and prayers are being sent your way.
So here is the best thing about your blog–you have been giving and giving endlessly to us, now you have all of these “friends” to support and pray for you. I will join with all the others, you are in my thoughts and prayers. I pray for a donor to be found quickly and I’ll gladly sign up to be tested!
There was a comment in your post that made my heart sad. My brother was an organ donor (2 years ago). The thought a part of him would live on for 18 years (18 years!), to help someone else would be amazing. I’m sure there is no let down on the donor or donor’s family’s part, except of course that you have to go through this again.
uve been an inspiration to all of us to create something which we wldnt have dared to without ur tutorials. my prayers are with you and may u always keep faith.
I’m prayng for you, Angie! I was thinking about you today when I saw Starbucks introduce cakepops in their line up! They could have mentioned your name for inventing the cakepop…I thought!
Get better soon! :)
I don’t know your pain, but I have been with someone that had to go thru this journey of yours in the past, so I have an idea of how big of a woman you are for enduring this, staying positive about it and sharing your challenge with this huge crowd of fans! I wish this time goes by really fast so you can go back to making our days colorful e yummy! Best wishes!
So sorry to hear this. I love your blog and your book! I sincerely hope that you get the help you need either from your mom or a donor. Prayers and hugs!!!
God Bless! I have a benign tumor on one of my kidneys and that pain is no joke!! I pray that you will be able to have surgery soon and be healthy and happy in no time!! :)
So sorry to hear about your health issues. I will keep you in my prayers.
Prayers to you and your family as you go through this trial. The right thing will happen; it may just take time. Good luck to you, and I pray that recovery happens quickly.
Oh my, I’m so sorry to hear about this. Best of luck to you and your family, and I hope everything works out for you.
WOW! Big hugs and many prayers coming your way! You’ve been on my mind a bunch this week as Starbucks is now selling cake pops. Every time I go there (which is quite often) I get a smile and see your face smiling out from behind them.
Keep us posted. Not only do we enjoy your creations, but we most definitely enjoy you more!
Maybe I could make pops in the shape of cute kidneys to represent my hopeful wishes for your recovery. Your positivity and bright outlook will help you get through it all. Keep us posted.
I knew I liked you for a reason! More than just your awesome, inspiring cake pops. I must have felt a connection to you. My husband has kidney failure and 7 years ago had a transplant, from a living donor. Unfortunately, he lost that transplant about 3.5 years ago. He is on the waiting list and everyone we know has been tested to be a donor. I was tested and didn’t match. I felt like my body had betrayed me by not being his match when he needs it so much. He has been on dialysis for the last 3.5 years. I guess what I am getting at is I know what you are going through. Well sorta, every situation is different, of course, but I know how hard this is. I hate the long boring waits in the hospital, with nothing to do, or want to do, but watch boring t.v. (We found the show Scrubs made tons more sense when you were actually in the hospital.) We struggle now with him wanting to do normal stuff, like work, and not having the energy or feeling well enough to do it. Your positive spirit and love of life will get you through…Good luck!
Praying that your mother will be a match and a swift recovery for you and your mom.
Best wishes and lots of prayers coming your way! Your smile and humor always brighten my day. I hope all these good wishes will brighten your days ahead :)
You will be in my prayers. I know what you are going through. I helped my father during his transplant two years ago. All the cute cake pops and cupcakes will be waiting for your healthy happy return.
Praying for you- you are such a joy to us all!
You are in my prayers!
Thank you for sharing. Big prayers for you to get better soon!
Thinking of you and wishing you all my best. I have faith that you’ll find a donor soon.
I was wondering why you havent posted for so long…sorry to hear about your health. Wish you a speedy recovery. Get well soon! Take care!
You inspire me every day and I hope you feel better really soon because you deserve to!
:-( Best wishes for a fast recovery!
Just got hooked on your site…I love it.
My thoughts and prayers are with you!
Standing with you in prayer. As for God, His way is perfect. Psalm 18:30 He is never late but always on time. Praying for your renewed health and wellness. Praying for you to find peace and joy as you wait during this hard time. May you feel loved in the Savior’s arms. He loves you and knows what you need when you need it. Blessings to you and Mom.
Prayers to you! WIshing you the best – I have never met you but your smile says it all. You are vibrant and beautiful!
Hugs!
Huge hugs and love to you, Angie. Know that you are in our prayers for a perfect match, speedy recovery, and a happy and healthy future. You are such an inspiration and a sweetheart.
Take care of yourself. We’ll all be here pulling for you!!
Love you!!
Robyn
You are a beautiful woman who is loved by so many. My prayers and well wishes are with you!!
Prayers for you!
Dear Angie, so sorry to hear this. I hope you will find the new kindney/donor soon. I’ll be praying for you. Love & Hugs from me and Hannah (San Francisco)
Sending lots of good thoughts and strong kidney vibes your way! Also making cake pops and mini pies and thinking of you :)
I will send up many prayers for you to our Precious Lord and they will cross the miles for the West coast to the East coast in a blink. You, my dear, are an inspiration to so many, we thank you for your love of life and those cuties CakePops. God Bless you and your family. Get well soon and keep the twinkle in your eye. With Christ’s love
Much love and many prayers being sent to you. I hope you have a speedy recovery. Thank you for so generously sharing your talents, humor, and beautiful spirit with us. I am praying for an extra measure of peace and strength for you during this extremely difficult time. You are an amazing lady!
The LORD sustains them on their sickbed
and restores them from their bed of illness.
Psalm 41:3
This is my first comment but I had so let you know that I am sending you healing thoughts. Rest and heal so that you are ready for your sucessful transplant. I believe that laughter and positive thoughts are the keys to a speedy recovery.
Angie, you´re in my thoughts. I wish you the best and I really hope you get better soon. Lots of hugs and kisses.
sending prayers up above to cover you with the Lord’s healing presence…
I’m so very sorry you are having to go through this and my prayers are with you & your family right now. May a solution to your distress come immediately and your health restored back to normal as fast as possible!
I am so sorry for you! I just healed from a bout of septicemia and some liver damage. I cannot imagine adding
sever kidney dysfunction to the equation. And such a long time to be in the hospital. I hope you will find a donor quickly and wish you the best with the dialysis treatments. Wishing you a quick recovery, too.
best of health to you. Praying for your recovery.
I’ll be praying for you.
What a difficult thing to go through! Sending hugs and healing thoughts your way!
Only good thoughts and good vibes and plenty of prayers coming your way!!! When you are feeling better I totally think you should make kidney cake pops. that would be rad.
Prayers are powerful and I will pray for you!!!!!
Oh Angie, I am so sorry to hear you are going through this. I hope they are making you as comfortable as possible as you try to find a donor. My thoughts, love and prayers are with you. If there is anything your loving blogger community can do to help just let us know :)
xo
I am wishing you the very best and will be thinking of you often. The most important thing is to stay positive. We are all cheering you on! Take care. Love from NJ.
oh no … not the twelve days of christmas, huh? you have been missed and I wish you a speedy recovery. You are so young – you will snap back! I imagine you will take this time to create and scheme for an even more amazing Bakerella – is that possible? I will be thinking of you and looking forward that first post . . . . luv
Don’t worry about us we will all be here when you are back to 100%. We simply want you to get better! I will put you in prayers and I am sending positive thoughts.
My thoughts and prayer are with you and your family for a quick recovery.
My thoughts are with you! You have a great spirit and we can’t for the “I’m all good” pops. Take care!
Hi Bakerella, I am so sorry to hear that! I was starting to get really worried about you. I am thinking of you. Please take care.
We have been missing you for sure… but don’t worry about us, focus on the important things and get better soon! Praying that it all works out soon :)
Prayers for you and yours…
Wishing you all the best from the Netherlands !!!!
I just recently found your website and wanted to let you know in this difficult times how much I enjoy it !
Hope everything goes well…
i´ll wish you the best, and send all the support and prayers.
Sweetie, God bless your heart and heal you very soon! My family and I are praying for a better health and an awesome kidney to come your way! Keep us posted. Sending hugs your way. I’m a cancer patient with several surgeries and 2 little girls, my heart goes out to you & your family!
Hello Bakerella, Ive been reading for a long time, you are wonderful. Thoughts and prayers are with you, your 18 year long run is a blessing, you didn’t let your donor down one bit. I wish you and your mother, if she is a match (hopefully) a quick and healthy recovery.
Best wishes
I hope you get well soon, I visit your site every day and ALWAYS smile when I read you. That’s a wonderful gift too!
Best wishes from Madrid
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I hope all goes well and you find the speedy and best way to recover with all of this.
God has blessed you with the opportunity to share & inspire people in what you LOVE doing! You’re life has touch MANY people … keep all of your strength and all the strength being passed on to you by the great community you built around you.
Get well soon!!!! xoxo
I am praying for you too!
Get yourself all better and then we’ll worry about the cake pops. :)
I’ve been reading for a long time, but never posted. I was worried that you were sick and kept checking back. Thank you for sharing your story. I wish you the very best health and for a new kidney. My family and I will definitely be praying for you. Wish I could give you a hug in person.
Dear, dear Angie,
You give so much and we, your loyal fans, are the delighted beneficiaries. Today, I made a gift in your name to the National Kidney Foundation https://www.kidney.org/support/makegift/index.cfm.
I hope your readers will consider donating time or money that could make a difference for you and others who are challenged with kidney diseases.
With love and best wishes, Wendy
sending positive, healing thoughts your way!
You are brave to be so transparent in sharing… You are in my prayers today… I have endured two long (10 day) hospital stays and I know the prayers of those around me were the difference!
I hope you feel better soon! My family’s thoughts and prayers will be with you!!!
I’ve followed your website for about a year now and it always brings joy to my day. You are in my prayers :)
Prayers are being sent your way!
My prayers are with you!
My friend sent me a text this morning to read this post. We are big fans…she gifted your book to me after I told her about it! Just want to tell you something you already know…that you have a huge network of support and prayers all around the world through as a result of your website! Big hugs to you and to your Mom and loved ones as well! We love you, and are praying for you!
I’m so sorry to hear that :-(
Get better soon.
Stay positive!
Katie x
think of all that awesome things you have no ability to cook now at the hospital!!! they won’t let you change the cooking schedule and you just have no other choice now than to get well as soon as possible! the more you think about it the better you will feel! get better!
cheers from faraway russia!))
Oh, Bakerella! I’m sorry to hear you’ve been so sick. Here’s wishing you a positive outcome with your mom being a donor and a speedy recovery. Take good care of yourself, we’ll be here rooting for you. :)
You are even more amazing than I would have ever guessed. I am glad that you are finally well enough to actually share your situation. I hope that all the love sent your way will help you through this very difficult time. I know you keep that hospital staff smiling… even without all your goodies!
I’m so bummed. I wondered why you hadn’t been posting and thought maybe you were on another whirlwind book signing tour! My heart just breaks about you being sick and in the hospital for so long. I’m praying for you- comfort and healing.
Thoughts and prayers are with you!!! xoxo <3
Sending you hugs and support as you go thru this trial. Please know that I am thinking of you.
Please stay strong!
Lou
Lots of healing MOJO to you from overseas!
Get well soon!
My thoughts and prayers go out to you.
Praying. This will work out for the best, and I am praying for a match whether it be through your mother or another donation. Your presence is sorely missed – but above all – I (and we) value your health and happiness! You’ve given so much of yourself and your ideas over the last while; and I just am hoping that you can rest, and take some time to heal, and love on yourself as much as you’ve loved on all of us through you inspiration and as you said “cake pops, cupcakes and cute”.
Hugs and support dear, and if you have any news or needs, let us know – I know a lot of us would love to help any way we can.
Oh NO. Get better soon! Sending you thoughts and prayers.
The most important thing is for you to focus on your health -we fans will anxiously await updates. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family
I’ve never commented on your site, even though I read it everyday–often re-reading old posts to learn techniques or enjoy the pictures. I met you at your Nashville book-signing. I’m the Turtle Pop girl. I just wanted to tell you I will pray for your recovery and a matching donor. I don’t know if you are a religious person or not, so I hope you aren’t offended by that.
Your cake pops inspire me so much. I have always loved cooking and baking, and when I discovered your amazing little treats I just got lost in them. I’ve even turned it into a small side business making custom pops for kids’ parties and selling them at a local coffeehouse. Creating them makes me feel connected to you and your fun spirit. I wanted to say thanks for sharing that so much and so often.
I had no idea you had a kidney transplant. Sending up many prayers on your behalf and for a quick donor to be found!
I’ve always been inspired by your beautiful sweets but now I’m much more inspired by your personal story. You in no way, shape, or form let down the wonderful donor who had a part in giving you life for the last 18 years. Actually, you gave that person the opportunity to keep giving for 18 years more than he or she would have been able to.
Bakerella,
You are such a source of inspiration and creativity! I hope you get to feeling better soon and that a new kidney is on the way. Thanks for all the wonderful posts, I look forward to many more wonderful posts from you. Thinking of you and sending you lots of good thoughts and prayers from England! xoxo
Wishing you a quick recovery! All the best!
I hope you make a speedy recovery,
Big hugs and lots of love to you!!!
my thoughts and prayers are with you. rest up and get better!
I hope you find a new kidney soon. 18 years – what a gift that was! Hopefully everyone who reads this will be inspired sign their organ donor card.
You are in my prayers!
I’m sorry to hear you are going through this. I manage a CKD program and understand the severity of what you are experiencing. I hope that you are able to find a donor and if not, there are many options in dialysis to suit your needs. I’ll be thinking of you.
Sending big hugs and the very best of good luck your way. I hope you get a new kidney very soon and start feeling on top of the world again.
Greetings from Manila, Philippines! You and your work have inspired me greatly. Thank you for sharing your ideas. I pray and wish you a speedy recovery. Stay strong..<3
Wow. My friend just had a transplant. Her husband was actually a match. They are both doing well. Please know you are thought of and prayers are sent your way.
BIG hugs!! Take good care of yourself – we’ll be here when you are feeling better… no matter how long. Let the well wishes and concern fill your soul to help you heal.
wishing you nothing but the best and speedy recovery. i don’t think you you consider letting your donor down. you have lived you life to the fullest and have made so many people happy with your baking adventures. i think you donor and their family would be very pleased to know that for the last 18 years their donation has been truly appreciated and filled your needs. rest, recoup and hope you are back in the kitchen soon. Thanks to you, my wonderful daughter in law, Jessica, and I are makeing cake pops this weekend for her friend’s bridal shower. in my thoughts and prayers
Sending you some super positive vibes! You’ve done your kidney donor proud, I’m sure. No reason to feel badly there. Here’s to getting healthy soon!
I hope everything works out and your mom is a perfect match. With so many fans praying for you I am certain you will get the kidney that you need and all will be fine. Take care of yourself and when you feel up to it please keep us posted.
Best Wishes for a Speedy Recovery,
Vicki Bensinger
I am so sorry to hear you are ill…..may you heal quickly and suffer little…..hugs and loves always,
Anne
thinking of you and sending good thoughts your way.
Sorry to hear about your hospitalization. My friend is also on the waiting list for a kidney, got pushed back as he is also diabetic and had some complications resulting in the loss of part of his foot. he’s now scheduled for a skin graft and then onward to wait for a transplant.
Sending good thoughts your way!
Praying for you, Bakerella!
I come to this website everyday in hopes of something new to learn! I am an aspiring cake artist and received your cake pops book for christmas this past year and I love it! I would have never thought of these cute little things :) You are such an inspiration to me and I send you all the best and hope that you are better soon!! <3 * hugs*
Praying for you sweet Bakerella :)
Thanks for sharing your story…you are amazing. Many, many prayers are being said right now for you, your family and your potential donor. You are an inspiration to us all…if only we could all be as positive as you!
Hugs to you!
You are in my thoughts. I hope your mom is a match as I’m sure she would feel blessed to give you this gift. If not, I hope you can get a donor asap. Take care!
My heart and prayers are with you and your family.
From one bright spot (“us”) to another (you). Shinning.
My prayers and love go out to you. Keep positive and persevere. You have an amazing spirit and sunny disposition. You will get through this.I hope for a positive match. God bless and may you be bathed in the white light of the Holy Spirit.
My thoughts are with you.. Praying for a speedy recovery.
xx
Angels are a natural part of the scenery so don’t be surprised if you don’t recognize them right away. For it is not their shape, but their use that makes them angel.
I believe everybody has an angel looking after them. After reading your blog for so many months now. I realize your such a beautiful person. All things will work themselves out. May God bless you and your family as you go through this hard time.
You have brightened my days so many times – I am thinking of you and keeping my fingers crossed for you to get better soon. Thank you for bringing fun and cute and inspiration all the way to cold Norway with your amazing blog:-) Wishing you all the best!
I’m very sorry to hear of the health issues you have had to deal with and are dealing with now. It sounds like there is a plan though which is good! I hope the process goes quickly and you can get back to your regular routine. Sending good thoughts and some sprinkles your way!
Thoughts and prayers are with you!
Bakerella, both you and your Mom are in my Prayers. I’m sure the donor of your kidney is smiling down with pride knowing that you gave a part of him/her a wonderful adventure. 18 years is a long time and you should be proud of yourself as I’m sure your donor and Mom are! I also wanted to Thank You for being so positive and inspiring! God Bless and I Pray all goes well with You and your Mom and for a speedy recovery.
Get well soon!
Lots of love and hugs!
That sounds very stressful. Sending lots of positive energy your way.
I want you to know, that as a family of a deceased donor, I would NOT feel the way you have described above about your kidney. It would make me proud to know that the kidney that was donated to you lasted so incredibly long!!!
PLEASE, PLEASE do not feel that your body let that wonderful kidney down!
Eighteen years of living, being alive with that kidney! Eighteen years that a donor (and their family) could have a sense of purpose for their loved one’s life.
Eighteen years to help deal with the pain of their loss.
Congratulations on 18 good years with your donor kidney! I pray that the next lasts as long or longer!
With your wonderful history, I’m sure it will!
Blessings to you, your family, your mom (especially), and to your hero donor family. I urge you to see your use of the kidney in a more positive light with a promise to you that you are NOT letting the donor family down.
I wish you all the very best, and I really hope you’ll recover soon!
God Bless You…sending warm and positive thoughts your way.
((HUGS))
I am so sorry you are going through this. I wish you a speady recovery and a shiny new kidney.
Bakerella- thank you for being you! your website has always brought a smile to my face- i hope that knowing you have the support of such a strong community behind you helps you in even a small way. we’ll be thinking about you
Don’t worry about the blog or the recipes, just concern yourself with getting better. Please everyone, make sure you become an organ donor – you never know whose life you might save!!
So sorry to hear about your struggles. Sending positive thoughts and prayers to support you and your family through this – hope it works out quickly!!!
I can’t imagine. Prayers go up to God who is the great healer, counselor, and encourager!
Praying that God almighty will heal you.
Sorry to hear you are not feeling well, you are in my thoughts and prayers. Stay positive and keep the faith and everything will be alright.
I hope you get better soon!
You’re in our hearts – big love to you and your family.
I’m in tears…have noticed your absence and missed it. Will be holding you in my thoughts and prayers. Sending good, sweet juju (and making chili with KIDNEY beans for good measure).
Prayers and happy thoughts are going out for you! You are a very inspiring woman!
18 years is VERY remarkable for a kidney transplant!! You should be so proud of yourself to have taken care of that kidney for so long! I only hope mine lasts that long also! I had a kidney transplant in 2005, after a year of dialysis so I know EXACTLY what you are going through and believe me when I tell you that no one wishes you a new kidney and speedy recovery more than I! Hang in there and remind yourself, daily, that someone else has it much, much worse than you. When I would go into the hospital for my pre-transplant evaluations, I would see all the sick little kids walking around with cancers and other diseases and would stop feeling sorry for myself because I knew what I was going through was nothing compared to what they and their families would go through. Just a bump in the road, but you’ll get over it, I know you will! Many best wishes!!!!!
Praying for tour health
I am so sorry to hear about your illness and need for another transplant-your site is such a bright spot in my day and I have enjoyed watching all of your blossoming success. This too shall pass and maybe you will be inspired to make kidney shaped cake pops for Organ donor month! Much love and Hugs!