My annual organ donation post

[prosodic]

Those of you who have been reading my LJ for awhile are aware that I make this post every year.

It's October 9th. My best friend, Sherry Payne, died 19 years ago today (aged 14) because she needed a heart and lung transplant. She was such a warm, vibrant, positive force in my life. To see such a bright light snuffed out at FOURTEEN is heartbreaking. She barely had a chance to live.

This is a cause very close to my heart. As soon as I got my driver's license, I didn't hesitate for one second to become an organ donor.

I urge you, if you aren't already, to become an organ donor. Many people may have questions about the cost or burden to their families if they sign up...any questions can be answered here:

http://www.organdonor.gov/

Nineteen years later, the need still far outweighs the number of donations.

If you're already an organ donor, I would love for you to leave a comment.

Comments

[prosodic.livejournal.com]

Good point. My family is well aware of my wishes. I believe we are all organ donors.

I know it is against some religions, though. Otherwise, I can't imagine why anyone would try to prevent it.