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San Diegans...January Breakfast Meetup

Started this discussion. Last reply by sssteph Jan 9. 12 Replies 0 Likes

If you live in the San Diego, CA area please join us for our support group breakfast on Saturday, Janaury 19th, 9am, at T's Cafe, 271 N. Hwy 101, Solana Beach, CA 92075.This is a fun, friendly,…Continue

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"Hi Rise. Yes...I took this pic at San Diego Safari Park in an exhibit called Butterfly Jungle that they put on yearly for 3 weeks only. It is amazing with butterflies all around you. over 30 species! Can't wait to go again…"

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sssteph commented on Hostess Risé's group 'Girl Talk'

"Hi Connie, No...finding someone to accept you is not unrealistic at all. There are great men out there looking for someone special and as beautiful as you no matter what baggage you bring. I met someone truly special about 9 months…"

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"U r Pretty ..yer BF looks like that guy Hank Azaria from the tv series "Huff". Great show btw. Anyway Hi there just happened across yer profile. Not a cyber freak/stalker. Nice photos : ) "

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sssteph liked Sami Hill's discussion Had my Kidney tx for 5 years now!!!

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sssteph and FishnJeff are now friends

Mar 8

sssteph replied to Sam's discussion 'Prednisone Or Not'

"I had a kidney/pancreas tx 18 months ago. My hospital is a non-steroid hospital. They will use prednisone if you go into rejection, but will try and take you off as soon as possible, unless they feel it would be better to…"

Mar 6

sssteph replied to Eddie's discussion 'Post transplant exercise'

"Hi Eddie, Congrats on your new kidney! I walked everyday as soon as I went home, 5 days after tx (kidney/pancreas). Slowly at first by they first month I was walking about an hour or so and walked hills as long as I felt good,…"

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Feb 1

sssteph replied to Cisco's discussion 'What determines the need for a kidney/pancreas tx and not just a kidney tx?'

"Hi Cora, Yes, I am only 1 year out and sometimes I still freak out now and then that I forgot to take my insulin! (not on a pump). Then right after the panic subsides, I then have to make sure I have my pills!!! i was told…"

Jan 31

sssteph replied to Cisco's discussion 'What determines the need for a kidney/pancreas tx and not just a kidney tx?'

"Yep, pretty much what Cora said. They told me I was a candidate for both since my diabetes was the cause of my kidney failure. And I was an excellent candidate for the double! I was put on a KP list and a kidney only list, though…"

Jan 31

sssteph replied to B's discussion 'Kidney pancreas transplant on Januart 10, 2013'

"Congratulations B! I am also had a K/P transplant a little over a year ago. Sorry that you are still on iv fluids and feeding tube. I have no experience with a feeding tube, but there are definitely wonderful people here for…"

Jan 30

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Where did you hear about Transplant Friends?: from Transplant Buddies and an email to join Transplant Friends

Are You Male or Female?: Female

Share - which illness lead up to you needing a transplant?: I was diabetic since the age of 13, it eventually shot my kidneys.

Which Organ(s) did you receive? If you are on the waiting list, please share.: Kidney/Pancreas tx

Drugs, vitamins, favorite foods: Prograf 4 2x day, Celcept 750mg 2x day, Rapamune 1mg

How many years have you had your Transplant for?: 1 yr

I am Interested in Transplant Friends because...: It is nice to be able to meet others who share the trials & tribulations that a tx deals us.

Which Transplant Center has or will perform your life saving surgery?: Scripps Green Hospital in La Jolla California

Share how your transplant experience changed your life?: I am no longer Diabetic!

Share your interests and hobbies: Reading, music, working out, hiking, biking, and trying to live a happy life.

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At 3:32pm on May 8, 2013, Kt* said…: U r Pretty ..yer BF looks like that guy Hank Azaria from the tv series "Huff".

Great show btw. Anyway Hi there just happened across yer profile. Not a cyber freak/stalker. Nice photos : )

At 4:08pm on October 14, 2012, Lorrine said…: Happy Birthday Sssteph! Hope you enjoy your day. Take Care.

At 1:52pm on October 14, 2012, Hostess Risé said…: Wishing you a Beautiful Birthday celebration~

At 1:02pm on October 14, 2012, elena said…: Happy Birthday Stephanie!! Hope you are having an amazing day!!!!

At 9:05am on October 14, 2012, Cisco said…: Happy birthday sssteph! Have a great day! You should join us for chat on Saturdays and Sundays starting at 2 pm central time. Hope to see you there!

At 7:58am on October 14, 2012, David said…: Happy Birthday Steph !

At 6:22pm on September 26, 2012, elena said…: Hi Steph!! Hope you had a nice cruise and had fun. Hope you took lots of pictures and had a great time!! Hope you are feeling well and talk to you soon!!~ Elena

At 5:27pm on September 13, 2012, elena said…: Thanks for the welcome Steph. I can not wait for the day when I do not have to take insulin anymore. This dreaded disease is awful. But I am so happy and grateful I have a fully functioning new kidney. I see you live in San Diego. We were just there in June and actually are thinking of moving there after I get my new pancreas. Looking forward to chatting more.

At 5:20pm on September 13, 2012, Lorrine said…: Hello sssteph, Thank You for the comment for my anniversary. How are you doing? Take Care!

At 7:57am on September 13, 2012, DAP1122 (Don) said…: Happy FIRST transplant anniversary to you!! May your day be a blessed, happy one. It's a big day!! :-)