An Invitation to Everyone who will be in wDW, Aug. 21st

[MsDisney23]

My Celebration of Life Trip. Please if you can come and join me and my DD as I give thanks. I look forward to meeting many of you! I also send this to WDW, etc. and to some of the local news stations out of Philly.

On Thanksgiving Day 2003, I was Channel 6 Boscov's/ABC Grand Prize Winner for a Grand Gatherings Trip to WDW. I took that trip on May 21,2004 along with 7 of my friends and family. In my heart I knew there was a reason for my trip. you see I just love WDW, and I even have a Disney Room in my house. There was just one thing, i knew on this trip that I was dying. I hide it from all of my friends, but they soon while on our trip figured it out. I had lived most of my life on insulin, around 40 years! On this Magical vacation, I stood infront of The Castle and watched WISHES nighttime fireworks. I was so touched and moved, that I began to cry, but they where tears of JOY! All of my friends wanted to know why I was crying and I told them that I could not tell them, not just yet, I needed to tell my husband first. I came home and made an announcement. I had made up my mind to save my life I would look into undergoing a very rare Pancreas alone Transplant. By July 2004, I had already went to many hospital's around the country, etc. and had gotten on the national list UNOS. On Aug. 13, 2004, I underwent a life saving Pacreas Alone transplant at The University of Maryland Medical Center. My recovery has taken almost two year's. I am insulin free and living a wonderful life. I recieved cards from all around the country as people have followed my story, via the website THE DIS. I have teamed up with one of my Dr's and we are currently writing a book about Diabetes. Anyway on I will be leaving for a Celebration of Life trip to WDW on Aug. 16 - Aug. 26th. On Monday Aug. 21, 2006 at 11:00am, I will stand in front of Cinderella's Castle at The Wishing Well among family and friends, and place a single rose. The "Rose" will be my way of thanking my donor and bring donor awareness. Also I will continue to give back and work with many diabetic's to help find a cure. Thank you for your time and consideration.

Sincerely, (Kitty) __________________
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[helenk]

I hope you a have a truly wonderful and magical trip. If anyone deserves this, you certainly do.

 

[DumboDash2006]

I don't know your story, but congratulations, I'm so glad your transplant was a success and you are now living free of this disease. My dd has T1 diabetes and I hope one day a cure is found. We will miss your special trip by a few days. I hope you have a wonderful, extra special trip!

 

[disnut1149]

Hi!
I didn't know about your story, but was touched by it. We'll be there on Aug. 21 and will look forward to seeing you. I live outside of Philly in Delaware County. You really deserve to have a wonderful trip. I know Diabetes is a terrible disease. My neighbors little boy has it and she talks to me about it. Also, my dog had diabetes for two years and I had to give him insulin shots twice a day. It's great that you are free of it. My sister has MS and hopefully they will come up with a cure for it. Have a great trip, and I'll look forward to seeing you in front of the castle.
Joan

 

[bethbuchall]

That is dd's 13th birthday, and we will be celebrating in MK. We will definitely think of you on that day as well! Thank you for sharing your story.

Beth

 

[disgram]

Your story has touched my heart as I sit here with tears streaming down my face. My brother died from this disease. I am so glad that you were able to get the transplant. He wasn't able.
We will be at WDW the following day until the 29th. I shall stop in front of the "Partners" statue and say a small prayer of Thanksgiving for you. Enjoy your trip and God Bless!!!!

 

[happybratpack]

{{{Kitty}}}

I wish I could be there!! You're SUCH an inspiration!

 

[Microcell]

I am so glad you can finally go back to WDW!!!

I was following your story because my sister has Diabetes- insulin dependent for 15 years now.

I was so gld your transplant worked and I am happy to hear you are going "home" to the World. I wish I could be there.

 

[scuba girl]

What a beautiful story and I wish you a wonderful trip to Disney. I wish I could be there on the 21st but I will not be arriving in Disney until the 25th of Aug at the BCV. My thoughts and Disney wishes are with you.

Melissa

 

[MEK]

Wow - what an inspirational story. I admire you for your courage and faith. I hope this trip is wonderful for you and your family!

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Max is my favorite cat!

 

[Mickdeb]

Thank you for sharing your story and promoting organ donation awareness.
Have a magical day
Mickdeb

 

[seavine]

As long as there are no unforeseen circumstances, we'll see you on the 21st!!