Thanks to the extended reach of medical miracles and communication, there has come to be a new world of kidney transplantation. We hear about the fortunate people who have, as the media so often says, “found a kidney”. Found? Not at all. Given. And by someone. Today it is as likely as a gift from a stranger. How much do we know about the heroes who are the donors? Kristin Hove Herrera is one of the altruistic kidney donors who decided to give a kidney just to save the life of a stranger.
To hear her talk about her decision, the surgery and the aftermath is an astounding look into the heart of a brave and selfless woman. To hear one of her exceptional underlying reasons for giving a life through a kidney donation is a lesson in faith in the future. And, her love letter? Exceptional and charming.