I want to wish everyone here a happy new year and say that in looking forward to seeing updates to all of restorations, projects, and builds here on the forum. I wish you all the best!!

On a personal note, on my side, I've been battling end stage kidney failure for some time now. The huge news is that someone has decided to donate a kidney, giving the gift of life. The surgery is scheduled for February 18th. This will give me a second chance at life and will allow me to see my children continue to grow and give me the opportunity to meet my grandchildren. I don't know who the donor is, but I am eternally greatful. I intend to find out so that I may thank them properly.

The summer plan post transplant and healing is also to construct a 64x40 workshop on my property. This will allow me to have all of my cars in o e lkcation and stored indoors year round. It will be a huge game changer for my restorations. Getting a kidney will also allow me to contunue my restoration work. As of now it's very difficult. This gives me something more to look forward to this summer.

Thank you all for taking the time to read this and know that I am greatful to be here and greatful that you guys are here as well. Looking forward to all of the awesome things the new year brings!

 

That's good news, hope this ends up being your year.

 

That is great news. Wishing you a speedy recovery after the surgery!

 

That’s amazing that you found an eligible donor! Wishing you the best in recovery!

 

This is such great news and I'm so happy for you. What a gift!

 

Great news all the way around.

 

What a great way to start a new year! Hope all goes smoothly, and wish you a "speedy recovery."

 

Oh man, that puts everything else into perspective. Congratulations on the donor. And as a driveway mechanic with no garage, I am envious of the future workshop.
Chris.

 

Happy New Year, indeed.

Glad to hear that you're going to get straightened out in 6 weeks. I've been a fan of yours for quite a while and I wish you all the best.

 

Thank you all for the kind and encouraging words! I'm nervous about the things to come following the surgery but it's a great way to start the new year. I am very greatful for the support I've received here and I want to thank you all for that!

 

Dave, great news to start the new year. Best wishes moving forward and hopes for a speedy recovery. Who knows maybe we will finally be to get the LS's together.

All the best
ED

 

Thats great news Dave. Hopefully, the new year brings a better future. We all take good health for granted. Without it, not much else matters. Make sure to build your shop bigger than you think it needs to be, and high enough to accommodate a lift!

 

Wishing you all the best and a speedy recovery.

 

Hope that the kidney transplant goes well. Wishing you the best.

 

Great news. Congratulations and wishing you all the best. Hang in there and fight the good fight. There is hope for this world yet.

 

Hang in there and I hope the new kidney works well for you. Happy New Year!

 

Thank you everyone!! I can't thank you all enough for the support here! You all are amazing!! I made it through the surgery ok on the 18th. In some pain now, but that will pass in time. I've had an incredible team and they have been taking care of me. I'm hoping to be home by this evening. They leave the catheter in until Monday and I can assure everyone that it has been the worst part thus far. The new kidney is working very well and I already feel better inside. Again, thank you guys so very much for all of you support and well wishes. I can't express how much that means to me and to my family.

 

Sounds like encouraging news Dave. Hope your recovery continues to progress and you can get back to turning wrenches.

 

Prayers for a "rapid" recovery Dave, it looks like you are in "capable' hands!

 

This is great news, and you look super healthy. All on the upswing from here!

 

Dave, good news indeed. I wish you a speedy recovery and many more years to enjoy family and friends.

 

🙏get well soon brother…..God bless you and your family 🙏

 

Thank you guys for all the support and well wishes. I'm home and doing well. Will be home from work for at least 90 days recovering. Doctors orders on that. The new kidney is working well and the numbers are looking pretty good! I'll be back on the forum more now that I am able to. The last week had been really rough.

 

Hang in there. We're all pulling for you.

 

Spring is not far away in the Midwest Dave, and it gives you and I something to look forward too. One day at a time!