We are home

 We are back! We snuck into Moraga last Sunday, leaving Durham one year to the day after leaving Moraga.

We have a lot of people to thank. We need to start with Team Laura. We would have never made it to Durham without the support and encouragement of our friends and family.

Nothing can be said that expresses our gratitude. We know that most people do not experience this level of support. We know that it is unique and special. We know that you are all exceptional, and we GREATLY appreciate all you have done.

It was surreal when we got the call that the transplant may/would happen. After waiting 9+ months, we were obviously excited at nervous. As we were working through the process and details and eventually the go-ahead, the coordinators at both Duke and Kaiser were as excited and nervous as we were. This was an investment journey for all. It was a team event, and we can't say enough about everyone involved.

No tags enable us to call out all of the teams that made this journey possible at Duke University Hospital. The pulmonary, transplant, nephrology, ICU, nurses, administrators, dietitians, social workers, and all those we neglected to mention, but we owe you a huge THANK YOU.

The team UCSF Health, you started this journey, and without your efforts, support, and introduction to Duke, we would not be here.

Finally, we must thank the friends and family of the donor. Being a donor changes lives. This family changed our lives and the lives of Team Z. Be a donor. Support others. It is easy to change the lives of others.

We hope that you and your families are well. We look forward to seeing you all soon, outside.

Cheers,

Kevin, Laura and Everett