Melody received the gift of life, a deceased donor kidney, on December 24, 2017.

Alexys received her first kidney transplant from her dad in 2002 when she was 11. She received her second kidney transplant December 28th 2017 through paired exchange with the help of her husband who was a living kidney donor to someone else in need.

I really want people to understand that kidney transplant is NOT a cure. Transplants only last 10-15 years. Even though I have a transplant, it doesn't defy who I am. I'm a sweet, caring, loving human being.

During my time as a kidney patient I have become much more aware of my own health and have learned the importance of being a self-advocate. I ask a lot of questions because I want to make good decisions about my health, with my kidney always being my number 1 priority.

Push yourself to where you feel comfortable. Everyone is different but let's motivate ourselves. Deceased or living donor, let's make them proud.

There was no way I was living on a machine the rest of my life! Yes, there are risks associated with medications, but for me, those risks outweighed having to live my life attached to a machine.

Chloe finally got matched to a deceased donor kidney after getting called 7 times. Her kidney transplant came right in time for her 20th birthday.

I've proven that kidney disease does not define a person. Whether you are on dialysis or living with just one kidney, you can have a great life.

Marty received a kidney transplant June 11th, 2017 from a deceased donor.

Events happen. It is how you respond to them that makes the difference.

My whole life was designed to push me in this direction. I have embraced my responsibility as a kidney warrior. It has made my life complete. I spend my days advocating for others. It is a labor of love.

Only through the kindness of organ donors is my family alive today. We are forever grateful to our donors, their families, the hospital staff and Organ Procurement staff who help donor families and the hospital physicians and staff who saved our lives. My siblings and I are walking miracles. You can make miracles happen by registering to be a donor and telling your family.

I have come to realize how important it is to let people in and allow them to get to know you as an individual. As well as how powerful it is to show that you are in fact human.