Laura Ellsworth 32, Female Vancouver, WA, United States: Share

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What is your city / state and country of residence?: Vancouver, WA USA

How are you touched by transplantation?: I am a Recipient

If you are a recipient, what type of transplant did you receive?: Kidney

Recipients: In this space, feel free to list those you are grateful to for receiving the Gift of LIfe:: My kidney donor, my father, Howard Benyas

If you are a recipient, what type of donor did you receive your Gift of Life from?: Living Donor

If you are a recipient, when did you have your transplant(s)?: October 19, 1999

What is your principal transplant med(s)?: Cellcept
Prograf

What is your hospital and, or doctor's name, city / state and country?: OHSU, Portland OR, USA

What do you do for a living?: Community Organizer for Planned Parenthood

About Me: Please use this space to tell the community about yourself and your unique experience with transplantation:: The Dr's don't really know why my kidneys failed, but they think it has something to do with my premature birth. I was diagnosed at age 17 and had already lost 2/3 of my kidney function. I was 23 when I had my transplant. I am very grateful for my dad who donated his kidney to me.

How did you find out about TransplantCafe.com?: 2008 US Transplant Games

What is your relationship status?: Married

Entertainment: What is Your Favorite Type of Music, Bands, Movies, Art, Books, etc.?: I love all types of music! Everything from Broadway to hip hop. I also love to read. My favorite author is Barbara Kingsolver. I have also gotten into Ed Abbey recently. He's pretty hilarious. David Sedaris is another favorite.

I also love college football, and am excited for the fall only for that reason! Otherwise, I'd just be depressed that summer was going away...

What is Your Favorite Quote(s)?: Chris Klug is Dreamy.

My "MySpace" Page:: http://www.myspace.com/numberonecougfan

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At 5:09pm on October 5th, 2008, Jennifer Rigert said…: Hmmm, $70 a month? Seems like a lot - especially since I will be lucky if I make it once a week. Damn. I wonder if they would let me pay per session? That way I could get some block start training and any other pointers I might need. It would be so great to have some "professional' input. You think you'll sign up? I am so impressed with your progress - you're being recruited now! What a stud! Hope you had fun in Ashland!

At 9:44pm on October 2nd, 2008, Jennifer Rigert said…: Ha! Check this out - the Sarah Palin name generator! My name would be Rust Mustang - try yours!

http://politsk.blogspot.com/2008/09/sarah_13.html

CAN'T wait to swim again!!!!

At 5:41pm on September 30th, 2008, Peach said…: Hey! I am a lot better with the meds, think I am adjested. Congrats on the swimming, thats wonderful, keep it up!

At 3:41pm on September 19th, 2008, Peach said…: I miss you too! :( How are you? I am doing a lot better than I have been...infact so much better, well see recent blog entry.

I am crazy

At 2:21pm on September 19th, 2008, Jennifer Rigert said…: My friend Laura! I miss you! I am really really hoping to be able to swim this weekend - is there a day that works better for you? My house is roofless and my new shingles are nekid! But maybe I can break away. How are you? What do you think of trying to join up with that masters team a bit?

At 4:41am on September 17th, 2008, Ray Page said…: Hi Laura;
Summer was awesome and carring over through September, golf is still going good, weather is unreal and life is GREAT! Have a super fall.

Ray

At 11:17am on September 10th, 2008, Debbie Sayward said…: I am enjoying the weather. Just finished my blueberry season. people are now waiting for the grapes and walnuts to ripen. It looks like you, Jennifer and Roberta are swimming pals.
Take Care

At 9:38am on September 8th, 2008, Roberta L. Monaghan said…: After works for me. It will be late though. I have an appointment at 9, 10, and 11. So we could have lunch and coffee if you'd like. I'm not really familiar with Portland. I live out in the suburbs, and grew up way over in North Porthland. That area isn't as familar to me. We could meet in Northwest somewhere if you'd like. I should be availalbe about 11:45. I'll send you mail, through the team NW yahoo group with my phone number. We can talk, and decide.

At 12:12pm on September 3rd, 2008, Roberta L. Monaghan said…: The 9th, early works for me. I have an apointment at 9, so 8 would work great for me.

At 5:14pm on August 25th, 2008, Roberta L. Monaghan said…: Oh, the tattoo was after the transplant, so was the belly button piercing. It wasn't recommended, but I checked out the shops, and ensured there methods were sterile. I also looked at their history. Transplant was supposed to be the beginning, not the end.

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