So the anticipated surgery is on hold! It seems Jessica is a little under the weather so we're patiently waiting for her white blood cell count to get better.
Until then, we wait and wait and wait...
Thursday, June 2, 2011
Monday, May 16, 2011
The countdown...less than 2 weeks away!
Well here we are again, patiently waiting for the transplant day to arrive.
Over 10 years ago, this date was on my golden birthday but this year it's just before Memorial Day. Transplant is scheduled for May 26th so keep Jessica in your thougths as she prepares for this next step on her journey!
Over 10 years ago, this date was on my golden birthday but this year it's just before Memorial Day. Transplant is scheduled for May 26th so keep Jessica in your thougths as she prepares for this next step on her journey!
Tuesday, February 8, 2011
It's been a very long time...
Well here we are again. I haven't posted in quite a long time, and there have been some major changes in Jessica's life.
She was all set to compete in the 2010 Transplant Games this past summer in Madison, but her "kidney luck" ran out right before the competition started. She wasn't able to compete due to some health issues, but her grandparents from Kansas were at the games and cheered on the other competitors! Way to go Linda and Gary!
After struggling with some health issues over the summer, Jessica was still able to start her freshman year at college. Now that the year if half over we're proud to say that she is handling her first year very well. This past January, Jessica started dialysis again - she hates it, but is feeling so much better (aside from the long bout with pneumonia!).
So now we're all in a holing pattern and waiting for a donor. We all have our fingers crossed that we will find a match sooner than later...so keep Jessica in your prayers!
She was all set to compete in the 2010 Transplant Games this past summer in Madison, but her "kidney luck" ran out right before the competition started. She wasn't able to compete due to some health issues, but her grandparents from Kansas were at the games and cheered on the other competitors! Way to go Linda and Gary!
After struggling with some health issues over the summer, Jessica was still able to start her freshman year at college. Now that the year if half over we're proud to say that she is handling her first year very well. This past January, Jessica started dialysis again - she hates it, but is feeling so much better (aside from the long bout with pneumonia!).
So now we're all in a holing pattern and waiting for a donor. We all have our fingers crossed that we will find a match sooner than later...so keep Jessica in your prayers!
Friday, May 28, 2010
She is a Graduate!
Congratulations Jessica!
Today is your high school graduation - we are all so proud of you and are looking forward to the next stage in your life!
Love you tons!
Monday, March 29, 2010
Thursday, January 21, 2010
2010 Is Here...
...and we're down to months in the countdown to the transplant games!
Jessica and her family are planning a trip to Madison for an informational meeting in the next month so I'm hoping that we'll have lots more information.
Not only are the transplant games coming, but Jessica is busy getting ready for graduation and applying for college. What happened to my "little" niece?!
I'm sure the next few months will fly by for her and I'm looking forward to it!
Jessica and her family are planning a trip to Madison for an informational meeting in the next month so I'm hoping that we'll have lots more information.
Not only are the transplant games coming, but Jessica is busy getting ready for graduation and applying for college. What happened to my "little" niece?!
I'm sure the next few months will fly by for her and I'm looking forward to it!
Thursday, September 17, 2009
Jessica Speaks
Message from Jessica:
"YESSSS I will be graduating but dont worry mommy and daddy i will still ask for money haha!
I am so thrilled for the transplant games this year especially now that they are in Madison! It seems like just this summer that we all traveled to Pittsburg for the games. I hope the transplant games in Madison will be just as fun, even though we all know they will be better because they are in Wisconsin! Haha no offense to the other states, we are just that great.
Well back to studying for my great classes, hope to see you all soon"
"YESSSS I will be graduating but dont worry mommy and daddy i will still ask for money haha!
I am so thrilled for the transplant games this year especially now that they are in Madison! It seems like just this summer that we all traveled to Pittsburg for the games. I hope the transplant games in Madison will be just as fun, even though we all know they will be better because they are in Wisconsin! Haha no offense to the other states, we are just that great.
Well back to studying for my great classes, hope to see you all soon"
Tuesday, August 25, 2009
Where does the time go...
It's been over a year since I've posted - so sorry, but you know what that means...the transplant games in Madison are under a year away!!!
Jessica is starting her senior year in high school next week - she has been busy working and playing all summer. Now its back to studies and of course school sports. She should have a busy year coming up. I'm sure she's excited to graduate, but of course, I think she is growing up too fast!!!
More to come - hopefully soon.
Jessica is starting her senior year in high school next week - she has been busy working and playing all summer. Now its back to studies and of course school sports. She should have a busy year coming up. I'm sure she's excited to graduate, but of course, I think she is growing up too fast!!!
More to come - hopefully soon.
Wednesday, July 16, 2008
A Little More...
More to share from the Transplant Games:
Team Wisconsin page. There is a great post from John Wyant (good writer!) and if you scroll down to the Volleyball team picture you can spot Jessica.
http://gamesteamwi.blogspot.com/
The other bright spot from the closing ceremonies... the next Transplant Games which is in 2 years will be held right here in Madison, WI!! Jessica's mom has already told me to plan for lots of company!
Team Wisconsin page. There is a great post from John Wyant (good writer!) and if you scroll down to the Volleyball team picture you can spot Jessica.
http://gamesteamwi.blogspot.com/
The other bright spot from the closing ceremonies... the next Transplant Games which is in 2 years will be held right here in Madison, WI!! Jessica's mom has already told me to plan for lots of company!
Monday, July 14, 2008
"Golden Update"
Hello all...
Just got a call from Jessica's mom with an update on the transplant games. So far the family is coming home with four (yes 4) GOLD Medals!!
Jessica = 3
Lil' Sis Katie = 1
Jessica even had the chance to run with the boys relay team...yes she actually can brag about beating the boys!
I'll post more as I hear it. In the meantime check out the following sites:
http://gamesteamwi.blogspot.com/
(there is a mention of Jessica in the story and a picture of her and her basketball team)
http://transplantgames08.blogspot.com/
if you know what Jessica's friends, mom, and grandparents look like you can catch a glimpse of them in the slideshow of the opening ceremonies!! You can see Jessica's dad & grandparents at the 5k and Jessica running. Finally, there is also a picture of Jessica receiving her gold medal after the 5k run.
Just got a call from Jessica's mom with an update on the transplant games. So far the family is coming home with four (yes 4) GOLD Medals!!
Jessica = 3
Lil' Sis Katie = 1
Jessica even had the chance to run with the boys relay team...yes she actually can brag about beating the boys!
I'll post more as I hear it. In the meantime check out the following sites:
http://gamesteamwi.blogspot.com/
(there is a mention of Jessica in the story and a picture of her and her basketball team)
http://transplantgames08.blogspot.com/
if you know what Jessica's friends, mom, and grandparents look like you can catch a glimpse of them in the slideshow of the opening ceremonies!! You can see Jessica's dad & grandparents at the 5k and Jessica running. Finally, there is also a picture of Jessica receiving her gold medal after the 5k run.
Saturday, July 5, 2008
2 New Stories
I have added 2 links for additional news stories. The first is from the Hudson Star Observer (you may need to register, don't worry its free!) and the second is the Coulee News!
I have also added a link for Team Wisconsin. This is a page of athletes that are competing in the games...all from WI. Good luck to everyone!
http://www.hudsonstarobserver.com/articles/index.cfm?id=29761§ion=Sports
http://www.couleenews.com/articles/2008/05/22/school/01hubbard.txt
http://gamesteamwi.blogspot.com/
I have also added a link for Team Wisconsin. This is a page of athletes that are competing in the games...all from WI. Good luck to everyone!
http://www.hudsonstarobserver.com/articles/index.cfm?id=29761§ion=Sports
http://www.couleenews.com/articles/2008/05/22/school/01hubbard.txt
http://gamesteamwi.blogspot.com/
Finally an Update!
Sorry for the delay, but I was away on a much needed vacation. For those that have been patiently waiting, here are a few words from Jessica:
"Thank you to every one that came and donated at the benefit. I had a blast!!
The fun run was more than fun, and even better is that my cousin Shaun came in first overall.
The kickball tournament was also a lot of fun, even though my team came in last place, but congratulations to the Parents team for winning first place, way to kick!!!
The benefit raised over $3,000, thank you everyone.
The food tasted great, thanks to the help of my employer at the L&M Cafe, Martha Rommel, for making some of the food.
Also thank you to the Melrose Satellites 4-H club, which I am proudly apart of, for working the concession stand.
Thank you to all my friends and family who helped out in any way to make this benefit possible.
And a special thanks to Tina Braun, without her there is no way that the benefit could have gone on. I had a great time and I hope that everyone else did as well.
Jessica"
"Thank you to every one that came and donated at the benefit. I had a blast!!
The fun run was more than fun, and even better is that my cousin Shaun came in first overall.
The kickball tournament was also a lot of fun, even though my team came in last place, but congratulations to the Parents team for winning first place, way to kick!!!
The benefit raised over $3,000, thank you everyone.
The food tasted great, thanks to the help of my employer at the L&M Cafe, Martha Rommel, for making some of the food.
Also thank you to the Melrose Satellites 4-H club, which I am proudly apart of, for working the concession stand.
Thank you to all my friends and family who helped out in any way to make this benefit possible.
And a special thanks to Tina Braun, without her there is no way that the benefit could have gone on. I had a great time and I hope that everyone else did as well.
Jessica"
Friday, June 27, 2008
Run Club
The youngest competitors, they impressed those of us that were only spectators!!
MORE COMPETITORS!
Jessica and Shaun kept pace with each other the whole way...
But the winner is:
SHAUN!
Jessicas Run Club!
More Pics From the Big Benefit
This was a display that was put together to showcase Jessica's accomplishments!
It was quite a sight to take in. Great Job Jessica!
The run/walk started off in the morning; all were ready to go!
Grandpa was all set with the "Shot Gun" start!
Wednesday, June 25, 2008
Z93 Radio Station
Z93 is a radio station out of LaCrosse. Jessica had the opportunity to interview with them, and here is a recap that her mom, Sharon, sent to me!
"When Z93 called this morning and Jess told me how much, she kept on talking about what all was said. Two minutes later I asked how much? She told me again. I just sat there. She went to change. All of a sudden she came out of her room in her underwear and said did I say $500.00? I said yes and she just stood there with her mouth open and said she must have heard wrong. Then at 9 she and Jamie heard it on the radio."
Very generous, Thank you Z93!
"When Z93 called this morning and Jess told me how much, she kept on talking about what all was said. Two minutes later I asked how much? She told me again. I just sat there. She went to change. All of a sudden she came out of her room in her underwear and said did I say $500.00? I said yes and she just stood there with her mouth open and said she must have heard wrong. Then at 9 she and Jamie heard it on the radio."
Very generous, Thank you Z93!
Monday, June 23, 2008
WKBT Comes Thru Again
Here is the link to the story from WKBT Channel 8 out of LaCrosse, WI!
They do a little bragging about their 2nd place trophy - well deserved if you ask me!
I received an email from WKBT telling me that the 2nd place trophy is "proudly on display in our sports department" (so I'm thinking they had fun too)...
http://www.wkbt.com/global/story.asp?s=8541370
"Because of the genorosity of her community, Melrose-Mindoro's Jessica Hubbard will be able to run in this summer's U.S. Transplant Games.
You may remember our story with Jessica from this past fall. She received a successful kidney transplant from her father at the age of eight.
Now, she's a successful runner in high school. She's going to be able to compete in the National Transplant Games because of a benefit for her Saturday at Melrose-Mindoro High School.
A kick-ball tournament, along with a run-walk and auction raised $3,000.
NewsChannel 8 had a kickball team for the benefit, with a team name "Kickball You Can Count On".
They all said they had a great time as well as bringing home a second place trophy."
They do a little bragging about their 2nd place trophy - well deserved if you ask me!
I received an email from WKBT telling me that the 2nd place trophy is "proudly on display in our sports department" (so I'm thinking they had fun too)...
http://www.wkbt.com/global/story.asp?s=8541370
"Because of the genorosity of her community, Melrose-Mindoro's Jessica Hubbard will be able to run in this summer's U.S. Transplant Games.
You may remember our story with Jessica from this past fall. She received a successful kidney transplant from her father at the age of eight.
Now, she's a successful runner in high school. She's going to be able to compete in the National Transplant Games because of a benefit for her Saturday at Melrose-Mindoro High School.
A kick-ball tournament, along with a run-walk and auction raised $3,000.
NewsChannel 8 had a kickball team for the benefit, with a team name "Kickball You Can Count On".
They all said they had a great time as well as bringing home a second place trophy."
It Came, It Went, and it was FUN!!
The benefit was a success - special thanks to Tina Braun for organizing such a great event. Also thanks to all those that helped out during the day, without all of you it would not have been so successful!!
With the efforts of everyone involved, we were able to raise over $3000 Saturday! Again thanks to everyone.
I will post again with more details, a few words from Jessica and photos so stay tuned...just wanted to give a quick update to all of Jessica's supporters.
With the efforts of everyone involved, we were able to raise over $3000 Saturday! Again thanks to everyone.
I will post again with more details, a few words from Jessica and photos so stay tuned...just wanted to give a quick update to all of Jessica's supporters.
Tuesday, June 17, 2008
4 MORE DAYS!!!
The benefit is coming up VERY fast!
I have great news...not only will there be a Nintendo Wii available in the raffle, but my company has generously donated a treadmill as well!
So besides awesome raffle prizes, I am set for:
* Run/Walk Saturday morning
* Super Fantastic Kickball Tournament
* Lots of items on the silent auction
* Yummy baked goods on the bake sale
* Good times and great memories with all of Jessica's family and friends
Can't wait to see you all there!!
I have great news...not only will there be a Nintendo Wii available in the raffle, but my company has generously donated a treadmill as well!
So besides awesome raffle prizes, I am set for:
* Run/Walk Saturday morning
* Super Fantastic Kickball Tournament
* Lots of items on the silent auction
* Yummy baked goods on the bake sale
* Good times and great memories with all of Jessica's family and friends
Can't wait to see you all there!!
Friday, May 30, 2008
Quick Update
Hi All-
Plans are in full speed for the benefit. We are still looking for donations for the silent auction and raffle, so any ideas or items, please send them my way.
Team Shamrock is forming; thanks to all who volunteered to play kickball...it should be a great time! We have a big family wedding this weekend so we are going to work on our game strategy...look out to those that will play against us, we're out to win it all! (Right Coach Miles??)
Don't forget the date: JUNE 21st at Melrose-Mindoro High School
Can't wait to see you all there!
Plans are in full speed for the benefit. We are still looking for donations for the silent auction and raffle, so any ideas or items, please send them my way.
Team Shamrock is forming; thanks to all who volunteered to play kickball...it should be a great time! We have a big family wedding this weekend so we are going to work on our game strategy...look out to those that will play against us, we're out to win it all! (Right Coach Miles??)
Don't forget the date: JUNE 21st at Melrose-Mindoro High School
Can't wait to see you all there!
Thursday, May 22, 2008
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