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I continue to search for a living kidney donor. Dr. Basma Merhi, my nephrologist speaks on kidney donation and the miracle of the Kidney Swap Program. Click on the following links to view these videos:

https://turnto10.com/studio10/wellness/an-unexpected-twist-in-3-successful-kidney-transplants

https://turnto10.com/studio10/wellness/how-the-kidney-swap-chain-helps-turn-a-no-into-a-yes

Please share this post and continue to pray that I find a living kidney donor.

Priest donates 60% of his liver, runs Boston Marathon, for organ awareness. See this story about Father Damean Delaney, a Catholic priest, who gave the gift of life to a 30 year old woman in need. For the full story by Kaitlin Gehlhaus, go to WCVB, channel 5, ABC News, Boston. When interviewed about this, Father Damean says:

“In reality love in its essence is a gift. It’s an act that begins with me but doesn’t end with me. It ends up bettering someone else. Love is willing the good of the other. What greater gift can you give to another person than the gift of life?”

I am still searching for a living kidney donor, praying that someone will be inspired to give me this gift of life. Call or text me at: 401-440-8043

Can you help spread the word that I need a kidney? You can purchase a shirt at the Spirit Recognition Store. Click on this link: https://spirit100.com/sharon/shop/home

Tammy Ridge has created a website that offers you possibilities in size, type of shirt, color, etc. Go to that website or visit the Spirit Recognition at 639 Central Avenue, Pawtucket, RI; phone: 401-722-0500.

I have completed my second week of peritoneal dialysis at home. I am so grateful that this treatment is available to me. At the same time, this development prompts me to intensity my search for a living kidney donor. I appreciate any way in which you can support me.

My friend Fran

Sharon with friends: Eileen, Jane

My grandniece graduates

In the morning when you got dressed

you adorned your gown with photo buttons

remembering those deceased:

your dad still holding you dearly,

your grandfather holding your aunt,

giving honor the way you did as a child

when you would play your violin

and tap dance for them.

You stride across the stage

in your black high heels you call

my democracy shoes.

As your name Chatham Rose

echoes like a rippling tide,

tears trickle down my cheeks.

Memories flash for you:

how you believed in the dressed up

Easter Bunny, how you still hear

Santa’s Song, You better watch out,

how you joked with Uncle Ted

and played with cousin Sarah. 

Under the black cap, your red hair

flows and you walk with ease.

Your gown enhanced: royal blue sash

for President of the Clas

which I knew, but then the surprise:

the gold ropes, Magna cum Laude,

the tent, now loud with applause. 

Sharon A Foley

Chatham Rose McCloskey

I’m so pleased to announce that my chapbook, A Kind of Mercy, is now on sale through Finishing Line Press. The following is the direct link: https://www.finishinglinepress.com/product/a-kind-of-mercy-by-sharon-a-foley/

Chatham Rose McCloskey, my sister Maureen’s granddaughter, graduated from Emmanuel College today. I had the pleasure of watching her graduation in real time through virtual streaming, and seeing photos posted on Facebook by her mother,

Tracey McCloskey. Chatham’s spirit shines forth–her vibrancy, sincerity, and beauty.

She had the honor of being the President of her Class of 2025. On her gown, she wore a pin of her father, Ken McCloskey, holding her as a baby. I’m sure Ken was present, bursting with pride of his daughter. Chatham’s extended family on her maternal side were present, glowing with pride. Her cousin, Sarah Cabral, was also present, recalling their childhood ties. My sister Maureen holds all in a heart full of love. We are so grateful!

Chatham Rose McCloskey, Graduate of Emmanuel College, 5/10/2025