We got the call around 3pm that they accepted a heart offer for Owen. We are headed to the hospital now, but it will be hours before we even head to the OR. I will keep everyone updated throughout the process. Many prayers for the donor family... ugh.. my heart just aches. Lots of emotions, excitement and fear. I can't believe it!!
I am uploading a video to youtube now of the big reveal to Mr Owen... I'll post in a bit. Time to go spend time with my boy.
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Tuesday, July 16, 2013
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praying for everything to go smoothly and praying for the donor family.
PRAYING!!!
I have never commented, but I have followed for years. Praying all goes well!
I've followed your blog for a couple of years now, and finally will comment. May God bless Owen, his doctors, your family, and the donor family. I am excited, yet nervous, for you. Thoughts and prayers are coming your way from Millville, Utah!
So many prayers for Mr. Owen and your family.
I don't know if I have posted either but have read your blog faithfully and have loved watching your kids grow. I am holding you all in prayer now.
Carolyn (in Las Vegas)
I have been quietly reading your blog for over a year. I check every week - and have been hoping and praying for this post since you first shared the news that Owen would be journeying down this path. I cried when I saw your title today - so happy for Owen and your entire family. I lost a close family member last year suddenly - and his organ donation is one thing that actually brought our family peace and solace. Praying for you all and the donor's family. What an incredible gift!
CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!!!!!!!!
I am so excited for you guys, and both Owen, your family and the donor family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Praying, praying, praying. My daughter called me on my cell phone to tell me the news and I had to pull over, because I burst into tears -- tears of joy for Owen, tears of fear of the unknown, and tears of grief and sorrow for the donor family. May God surround Owen and guide the surgeons hands and may God provide healing and health to this special young man. May God also comfort the donor family and give them peace, allow them to know they have given the best gift, as such a tragic time in their lives. GO OWEN!!!!
I'm a long-time reader too...not sure I've ever commented. Just wanted to let you know I will be praying hard. Please keep us posted!!! Sending you love and SO many prayers.
Praying that all goes well!
As many other readers I have been following your journey for several months and be inspired by your strength, courage and optimism. Praying for all of you, for a smooth transplant and strength for all. What a beautiful gift and a beautiful boy and family to receive it.
I also have never posted but have followed your sweet family for a long time. Praying for you all!!!
Stefanie
Gilbert,AZ
I have also been reading for a long time without commenting, but had to today! I got chills when I read it. Im so happy for your family and hope with all my heart everything goes smoothly! I also hurt for the donor family and wish them peace. I am not a pray-er but I will have you all in my thoughts!
I'm a mostly silent lurker, but a long-time reader, but I just couldn't be silent with news like this! YAY!! Praying hard for Owen in Tucson! I'll be on the lookout for updates!
what wonderful news. I also have been reading your blog from afar ( in australia) for a few years and have never posted . I pray that all goes well for Owen during the procedure and his recovery and you as a family are covered by prayer and supported through out this process. joanne
I have read your blog for quite awhile, but never posted. Thoughts and prayers for Owen and the donor family.
Praying!!!
What wonderful news! Praying for you all & the donor family. My Grandpa was a heart transplant recipient in the 1980's - thanks to that he got to live a full life with us grandkids. Praying for the same for Mr. Owen!
Long time blog reader. Prayers for Owen, and for the donor family!
Praying for you, Simmons family! Special prayers and blessings for Owen and the donor family. May the medical staff be guided by Gods loving grace and may the rest of the family find comfort and peace. I remember the long hard night and days to come all to well. Glad that you are all there together and I can't wait to see a picture of those pink lips and toes.
So excited for you Owen....Andrea, get your running shoes on! Something tells me your going to be chasing that boy everywhere!! ~ Leah (Joshua Garrison's mom)
Best wishes to all involved. Know that there are many even silently cheering you on. Please keep us posted. This child is also receiving a heart today that he's been waiting for - https://www.facebook.com/pages/Pray-for-Caleb/385810801497605?id=385810801497605&sk=info
Praise God!
Praying for Owen and you! And so as the donor family.
Good luck! Praying for your sweet family!
YAY! How exciting and scary all at the same time! My prayers are with Owen for a routine and successful transplant, and my prayers are also with the donor family. Maybe someday you will meet and the donor family can hear their child's heartbeat carrying on in Owen. :)
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