My angel, my progress...

What a difference a few weeks make. Things have gotten a little interesting for me. Let me first apologize for slacking on my posts. I had an appointment on yesterday with my PD team. It went well for the most part, just need to watch my calcium levels. If anybody has any suggestions on ways to up my protein levels while maintaining the correct level of calcium let me know. Oh yes, then there's always that albumin level. Albumin is basically any protein that is water soluble. It is commonly found in blood plasma. The normal range for albumin in adults is 3.5-5 g/dl. The range for children is 2.9-5.5 g/dl. Of course mine is never in the normal range, always short, but I work on improving it daily. I am proud of myself, in an effort to get myself back in better physical shape I have joined the local YMCA. As of this month I have officially been on the kidney transplant wait list 1 year. I know that my kidney is coming very soon. Since my last post, I am happy to report that God has sent an angel to be by my side. This angel has been sent to me in the form of a very close friend whom I lost contact. This person has been such an inspiration to me and given such uplifting words that I am and will forever be greatful. You see, fighting end stage renal disease and lupus is not by any means an easy battle. But when you have a support system such as I have, it makes it bearable. Always remember to stay positive and optimistic about the future. My goals for the next week include finishing some arts and crafts, taking pictures of the fall colors (I will post them when finished), see a movie, and keep you guys up on any breaking news. Until then.... Keep your head held high, stay motivated and inspired!!! #Albumin #end-stage renal disease #lupus