You are a beautafull woman, and the word would have stoped turning without you in it. I am 13, and I never knew that something that kittle could do that much. Thank you, and I hope you will be ok form now, to forever.
Amazing, touching and moving, this video should be seen by the world. You both are beautiful, vibrant people and the world is a better place for people like you in it.
You had me in tears. esp when the picture of your swollen feet came on the screen. Why? Because it looks identical to mine. I took it before it got the worst it has been. I could no longer see my small toes at all.
I'm thankful a friend found a medication to stop the swelling of the other medications I need for my disorder.
I cried harder of the photo of you and your hero. So beautiful. What love. If we could all love so much. I could only wish for such love.
Gina, dear...that made me cry. You are so strong and although the journey has been tough, I am so glad that you've had your wife there to stand by your side...and save your life.
Oh, and you look HOT with short hair. Good golly.
Great video...very emotional!! I agree the short hair looked so cute!! But I like the long hair to. You both are so blessed to have been in each others life! Congratulations on life Ma'am...wishes to you and your wife to live long and healthy. This video makes me so proud to say I am a organ donor!
You are an inspiration! I am posting your link on this girl's site who is going to receiver her first kidney transplant at the age of 20 from her fiance. Her site is called KidneyFun if you are interested in talking to her :) I love your video! I just had my kidney transplant Sept 30th 2007!
Gina, thank you for putting this video out there. It is so powerful, the message is strong, but gentle. What a wonderful thing your husband did for you. This video touched me in so many ways. Thank you again for sharing it with us.
I have been an organ donor since I received my driver's license. I really don't understand why other people are not. We don't need them when we're dead and they can save so many lives! I really admire you and Sharie for your courage through all of this. Congrats on Lola's birthday and best wishes for a very bright future for you and your family!
I've watched this several times, and every time it touches my heart. Im so happy everything is going well for you, b/c I know what it's like when it goes bad ... HAPPY 2 YRS REJECTION FREE!! I wish you many more.
Yesterday was the 6th anniversary of my kidney transplant! My husband was my donor, too. I tell him I'm keeping him around in case I need something else, but I tell everyone else that giving me his kidney isn't even the best thing he's done for me. Thanks for helping to get the word out on kidney donations -- and how wonderful it is to get the gift of life twice. Debra
The Canadian organ donation is just as bad as the American. People find it hard to talk about. Lets break the silence. I sent you a song. can you help me promote it? JackGibney
i watched this video again this morning and just .... thinking about my cousins and what they are enduring...it's just amazing what you've all dealt with as survivors of transplants...you are truly a woman of courage!
Amazing. Isn't it amazing that your spouse's kidney was compatible? I just find this amazing. Everyone we meet plays a part in our lives, no matter how big or small. I do not think it's coincidence. ~WorldPeace~
Very touching and informative! Thanks so much for opening up and letting us see some of the struggles and mountains you've had to climb! You are an awesome human being! :)
Hello! I was just dropping in to say hi. I really like all of the work that you put in to your Videos. You are either serious, or funny, or just plain interesting. You are a talented Person. I hope to be one of your Friends. Your Strength is amazing! Have a Good Day, Heather
My grandfather was a heart transplant patient, who spent 9 months waiting in a hospital for a heart - and through him I got to meet so many people who walk in the same shoes as you do everyday - I've always admired each and every transplant patient b/c they are the only people I have ever met who actually know the value of life. Keep staying strong girl, you're and amazing person.
Thanks for sharing your life struggle with us all, its simply amazing... the statistics on how many people are awaiting organ donation, its great people like you are making it known, Human nature causes us all to live life with blinders on, thinking only of daily life wake up, go to bed (Repeat). Thank you for the nudge and God Bless
Honey, this was beautiful. Oh and (don't let your wife read this and I won't let mine read it either) OK... you're beautiful ANYway but I have a thing about a boi-ish/ butchie look and you're HOT with your hair chopped off.
wow, you made my hairs stand up! that was so moveing and inspireing! i had tears in my eyes. makes me wanna go out and donate my kidney now.you are a survivor and a strong woman.
i just got a kidney transplant after waiting 17 years for one i was born with none, i know what you have been thought is hard, i can understand all of that.
I can not watch this without crying, It must have Been Hard for you to make. You are so Beautiful, Inside and Out. Thank You for Sharing such a Private Time in your Life with us. You are a True Teacher! My God How Lucky your Family is! Keep moving Forward. Take Care. Heather
That was beautiful. I firmly believe that organ donation should be an opt out scheme instead of an opt in one. Can you imagine how many lives that would save??
I love yu so much girl. I can't imagine my life with out you. You have been my best friend and biggest support for soooo long. You are the sweetest soul around.
Miss Stallionette, you are a beautiful human being. That's all I can really think to say right now. This video brought tears to my eyes, and I'm going to go look at organ donation information right now because of you. What an amazing woman your spouse is...wow. That's the ultimate act of love: Taking some of your guts, and giving them to a loved one so they can live! :P Take care, lots of love from Texas.
All the best going thru a major trauma myself you are my Hero even though I can't walk I can fly after watching you . We love you ,AND YES I WILL BE A DONOR FOR SURE.
What a very touching video .. it really speaks to your heart. I agree to be thankful for each day, its never guaranteed. Something I learned when we lost our son during pregnancy (2nd trimester). Sending you tons of hugs from Mel!
You are a Very Special Person, and so is your Spouse! You have taught us all a Valuable Lesson. Please, from time to time tell us more, and keep us Educated. I hope your family has a blessed Holiday. I love that smile. Take care.
Amazing your one in a million person was your spouse-- even more proof you were meant to be together. I just started watching you so not sure if you've shard this news with your viewers prior to this but really, wonderful.
Great Video, one of the main problems is only Doctors, Hospitals and Insurance Company's are permitted to profit from an Organ Donation, if the people donating the organ could profit, I lot more people would be saved.
Thank you for sharing this video with us....this was a very touching and educational video.I know this video has made me start to think about being a organ donor.I also wanted you to know that you are a very strong & beautiful woman,and this video proves it by all means.Take care my friend and keep smiling = )
I just wanted to let you know that I really appreciated this video, ItalianStallionette.
[Bows head] Being in an intense moment like being near imminent death is a hell of a feeling that words and imagination can not emulate. I know. I've nearly been killed before in the past, so I can relate to how you feel. It's incredibly intense.
Oh Hippie...I am so honored to learn this about you. Have you ever vlogged about it? I would really really really like to hear your side of the story. Are you ok now? How long ago did you do this. Yes, I think vlogging about it would be sooo lovely!! My love to you!
Yet in almost every picture, you have a smile on your face. THAT is a testament to your inner peace, strength and power over your illness. And it speaks volumes that you don't even have to do anything else to share other than show your smile. Hoping to God that your life is better now and solid once again.
Hermun sez: It needs no saying that people who donates blood or organs can be called saviours of lives! hermun agrees with you that they ARE TRUE HEROES and we should ALL be thankfull to them / five stars and favorited !!!
Hermun sez: It needs no saying that people who donates blood or organs can be called saviours of lives! hermun agrees with you that they ARE TRUE HEROES and we should ALL be thankfull to them / five stars and favorited !!!
Hey :) Thank you for this video. I understand how hard it is to look back but you know what...? The beauty of your soul and the love of the ones around you comes trough every single one of this pictures :)
People like you are the reason why i am an organ donor.
awesome hair! i am jealous i wish i could pull that off lol nice video:)
Meg11741 8 months ago
lol fags
somethingwillhappen 1 year ago
Love You Guys c];-)
1dockthorwho23 1 year ago
You are a beautafull woman, and the word would have stoped turning without you in it. I am 13, and I never knew that something that kittle could do that much. Thank you, and I hope you will be ok form now, to forever.
siannacooking4fun 1 year ago
very touching. <3
B1TCHY08 1 year ago
Simply amazing. I am sitting here bawling. Posted this on my FB. I love that pic of yu & Shari at the end. BIG HUGS. *sniff*
AutymnRosa 1 year ago
This is a v good and heart felt video ..
5 *****
grey167 1 year ago
Amazing, touching and moving, this video should be seen by the world. You both are beautiful, vibrant people and the world is a better place for people like you in it.
Lynpgz 2 years ago
@Lynpgz What a lovely comment lynpgz! thank you so very much.. :)
ItalianStallionette 2 years ago
Awesome vid, Shari is amazing!!! I work at a peds multispecialty clinic with a nephrology dept, SO MANY children in need. They are so brave...
strangegurlie 2 years ago
i would donate arm
ar9854 2 years ago
that was a really amazing video
QueerRainbow 2 years ago
Thank you so much for watching Queer RAinbow!
ItalianStallionette 2 years ago
This video should be featured!!!
I would dontate a leg to you, if you needed it!
Tobie2 2 years ago
Which leg?
ItalianStallionette 2 years ago
my favortie one...
Tobie2 2 years ago
is that the leg that wiggles?
ItalianStallionette 2 years ago
Yes I will give u my weeble one if u want it. Just don't tell peeps we're Weebles
Tobie2 2 years ago
Super video thank u sweetie
jdsonicx 3 years ago
Beautiful
YaoiNinjaPersonXD92 3 years ago
you truly are amazing you know that?
Lyzbian 3 years ago 3
You had me in tears. esp when the picture of your swollen feet came on the screen. Why? Because it looks identical to mine. I took it before it got the worst it has been. I could no longer see my small toes at all.
I'm thankful a friend found a medication to stop the swelling of the other medications I need for my disorder.
I cried harder of the photo of you and your hero. So beautiful. What love. If we could all love so much. I could only wish for such love.
found you via misslola!
Marikay4 3 years ago
Gina, dear...that made me cry. You are so strong and although the journey has been tough, I am so glad that you've had your wife there to stand by your side...and save your life.
Oh, and you look HOT with short hair. Good golly.
letitgobefree 3 years ago
Great video...very emotional!! I agree the short hair looked so cute!! But I like the long hair to. You both are so blessed to have been in each others life! Congratulations on life Ma'am...wishes to you and your wife to live long and healthy. This video makes me so proud to say I am a organ donor!
translucentskin 3 years ago
omg...you made me cry...this is an amzing video!BTW,U LOOK GREAT WITH SHORT HAIR ;)
prideorion7 3 years ago 2
Amazing.
spacemonkey0001 3 years ago
Poor baby. Heartbreaking. Great story, incredible wife you have! You are also a hero and an inspiration!
MissLolaRose 3 years ago
Great video & very inspirational too. You have every right to be proud of this video :)
andymooseman 3 years ago
I know I have seen this video and commented on but....I cant find my words from then or now.
This video stirs up alot of emotions.
I feel very blessed to call you and Shari friends.
Much love and wheat thins!
Your OBFF
Tobie2 3 years ago
Gina, i am so proud of you :-)
x hugs x
twish1999 3 years ago
Amazing.
You truely are amazing, Gina.
I liked the short hair cut on you.
Lizador 3 years ago
you make increadible videos. a) you look frikin adorable w/ that little pixie cut (i dig the long hair too)
b) you got your transplant on my birthday :)
C, most important, i'm so glad that you're doing well and that you and your wife both came thru the surgeries well :)
thank you for rockin so hard core and posting such excellent vids! (you had me pretty much bawling by the end btw)
sapphicnickel 3 years ago
Fantastic Video...!
Very brave..glad you are doing better!
=)
DsmB2007 3 years ago
Great video, fantastic job. I think you'll like some of the spots we've done, be sure to check them out.
DonateLifeIllinois 4 years ago
You are an inspiration! I am posting your link on this girl's site who is going to receiver her first kidney transplant at the age of 20 from her fiance. Her site is called KidneyFun if you are interested in talking to her :) I love your video! I just had my kidney transplant Sept 30th 2007!
angieskidney 4 years ago
Gina, thank you for putting this video out there. It is so powerful, the message is strong, but gentle. What a wonderful thing your husband did for you. This video touched me in so many ways. Thank you again for sharing it with us.
Shelly
nyissa64 4 years ago
Aww :) All the best to you!
7sunsets 4 years ago
You're an inspiration.
And for the record--I am, and have been for years, an organ donor. I "recruit" people often. :)
NightingaleNews 4 years ago
Wow.
ChristopherMast 4 years ago
I have been an organ donor since I received my driver's license. I really don't understand why other people are not. We don't need them when we're dead and they can save so many lives! I really admire you and Sharie for your courage through all of this. Congrats on Lola's birthday and best wishes for a very bright future for you and your family!
JadedChrysalis 4 years ago
Your video is very touching. What a fighter you are. Congratulations on your regaining your health.
chickenrotini 4 years ago
I've watched this several times, and every time it touches my heart. Im so happy everything is going well for you, b/c I know what it's like when it goes bad ... HAPPY 2 YRS REJECTION FREE!! I wish you many more.
silver666Fire 4 years ago
still the best ...
JKS02 4 years ago
Yesterday was the 6th anniversary of my kidney transplant! My husband was my donor, too. I tell him I'm keeping him around in case I need something else, but I tell everyone else that giving me his kidney isn't even the best thing he's done for me. Thanks for helping to get the word out on kidney donations -- and how wonderful it is to get the gift of life twice. Debra
djsherline 5 years ago
The Canadian organ donation is just as bad as the American. People find it hard to talk about. Lets break the silence. I sent you a song. can you help me promote it? JackGibney
JackGibney 5 years ago
you look amazing and are an even more amazingly brave woman!
xxokikioxx 5 years ago
Nice video. It was very touching.I am sorry what you when through for this. I am glad you are fixed and better.
Kaylafraser 5 years ago
great video and amazing
sickoflifetoday 5 years ago
wow, Amazing! I mean that with mywholeheart. :)
mywholeheart 5 years ago
i watched this video again this morning and just .... thinking about my cousins and what they are enduring...it's just amazing what you've all dealt with as survivors of transplants...you are truly a woman of courage!
torigirl35 5 years ago
Amazing. Isn't it amazing that your spouse's kidney was compatible? I just find this amazing. Everyone we meet plays a part in our lives, no matter how big or small. I do not think it's coincidence. ~WorldPeace~
daligoddess2006 5 years ago
OMG what a video!
I have no words to describe it...no words are necessary!:)
net12345 5 years ago
This was an amazing video, really touching.
iheartslug 5 years ago
This Video shows true Courage. All Youtubers should drop in and leave a Comment..
whateverheather 5 years ago
Very touching and informative! Thanks so much for opening up and letting us see some of the struggles and mountains you've had to climb! You are an awesome human being! :)
TheAlchemist78 5 years ago
Great video... I think your hair looked cute short.
Geez... such a touching video and all I say is that your hair looked cute short... I am such a dumbass :D
NutCheese 5 years ago
Come to spain, we have better transplant policy ;)
Sandude 5 years ago
A subtitle to this could be: "Watch Melina get older in seven minutes"
whateverheather 5 years ago
really touching and educational video.
angel48 5 years ago
So touching. That couldn't have been an easy video to produce. Thanks.
tlg847 5 years ago
Hello! I was just dropping in to say hi. I really like all of the work that you put in to your Videos. You are either serious, or funny, or just plain interesting. You are a talented Person. I hope to be one of your Friends. Your Strength is amazing! Have a Good Day, Heather
whateverheather 5 years ago
My grandfather was a heart transplant patient, who spent 9 months waiting in a hospital for a heart - and through him I got to meet so many people who walk in the same shoes as you do everyday - I've always admired each and every transplant patient b/c they are the only people I have ever met who actually know the value of life. Keep staying strong girl, you're and amazing person.
silver666Fire 5 years ago
our troubles not other troubles
sorry i put in the wrong word
1THEJAKESTER 5 years ago
bless your heart
hope all is going good now
we here all lose a very sweet lady last week
she went on a trip and got sick then passed away they don`t know what happen
i joke alot
but got a heart
and when i watch people like you and that sweet little girl jacey fightin so hard
it makes us all stop and think of other troubles and how small they really are
god bless you
thanks for sharin
1THEJAKESTER 5 years ago
Thanks for sharing your life struggle with us all, its simply amazing... the statistics on how many people are awaiting organ donation, its great people like you are making it known, Human nature causes us all to live life with blinders on, thinking only of daily life wake up, go to bed (Repeat). Thank you for the nudge and God Bless
ashoreformore 5 years ago
You are quite a courageous human being.I am touched.
yorgathecroat 5 years ago
Honey, this was beautiful. Oh and (don't let your wife read this and I won't let mine read it either) OK... you're beautiful ANYway but I have a thing about a boi-ish/ butchie look and you're HOT with your hair chopped off.
:)
mamaindigo4 5 years ago
me oh my....She liked it too, but I also worried I didn't look sexy that way...hehe
ItalianStallionette 5 years ago
wow, you made my hairs stand up! that was so moveing and inspireing! i had tears in my eyes. makes me wanna go out and donate my kidney now.you are a survivor and a strong woman.
latsyrc99 5 years ago
how touching...
paindrain 5 years ago
i just got a kidney transplant after waiting 17 years for one i was born with none, i know what you have been thought is hard, i can understand all of that.
LordSardonic 5 years ago
WOW VERY TOUCHING. <3
ShadowedAngel87 5 years ago
I can not watch this without crying, It must have Been Hard for you to make. You are so Beautiful, Inside and Out. Thank You for Sharing such a Private Time in your Life with us. You are a True Teacher! My God How Lucky your Family is! Keep moving Forward. Take Care. Heather
whateverheather 5 years ago
beautiful vid, Patti.
chitsngiggles 5 years ago
I lost it at 6:05. Thank you so much, both of you! A true and beautiful message.
skibby 5 years ago
wow, thanks for sharing that.
theMello99 5 years ago
That was beautiful. I firmly believe that organ donation should be an opt out scheme instead of an opt in one. Can you imagine how many lives that would save??
Take care,
Health & Happiness,
Seasons Greetings,
Andy
scrumsrus 5 years ago
That's a fantastic idea.
mamaindigo4 5 years ago
awesome video! I'm so glad that you got your donation, and you are ok now! You have the most beautiful eyes!
str8jackit72 5 years ago
I love yu so much girl. I can't imagine my life with out you. You have been my best friend and biggest support for soooo long. You are the sweetest soul around.
dizzyclown4 5 years ago
I've known dizzyclown for many many years... Let's make her film! hahha
ItalianStallionette 5 years ago
Miss Stallionette, you are a beautiful human being. That's all I can really think to say right now. This video brought tears to my eyes, and I'm going to go look at organ donation information right now because of you. What an amazing woman your spouse is...wow. That's the ultimate act of love: Taking some of your guts, and giving them to a loved one so they can live! :P Take care, lots of love from Texas.
SpasticC0lon 5 years ago
Hi thank you for your video. I had a liver transplant 9 years ago.
roadrocket 5 years ago
WOW!!!! How is everything going??? That's just so wonderful!
ItalianStallionette 5 years ago
All the best going thru a major trauma myself you are my Hero even though I can't walk I can fly after watching you . We love you ,AND YES I WILL BE A DONOR FOR SURE.
Much love Jim
jbre5 5 years ago
when you renue your drivers liscense-tell them you want to be an organ donor-i did/fto
fattoothlessoveralls 5 years ago
**HUGS** That's gone in my vlog & hopefully it'll encourage some people to carry a card. On a lighter note, the short hair is SO you! **mwah!**
Webwych 5 years ago
I love ya girl, and god bless ur spouse... I wouldn't want to imagine a world without you ...
PixelBeeProductions 5 years ago
What a very touching video .. it really speaks to your heart. I agree to be thankful for each day, its never guaranteed. Something I learned when we lost our son during pregnancy (2nd trimester). Sending you tons of hugs from Mel!
SSGLuceyGirl 5 years ago
You are a Very Special Person, and so is your Spouse! You have taught us all a Valuable Lesson. Please, from time to time tell us more, and keep us Educated. I hope your family has a blessed Holiday. I love that smile. Take care.
whateverheather 5 years ago
Amazing your one in a million person was your spouse-- even more proof you were meant to be together. I just started watching you so not sure if you've shard this news with your viewers prior to this but really, wonderful.
EmilyElzbth 5 years ago
Great Video, one of the main problems is only Doctors, Hospitals and Insurance Company's are permitted to profit from an Organ Donation, if the people donating the organ could profit, I lot more people would be saved.
Grimli 5 years ago
Beautiful video, beautiful women. Blessings on you both.
Connie
connie727 5 years ago
Thank you for sharing this video with us....this was a very touching and educational video.I know this video has made me start to think about being a organ donor.I also wanted you to know that you are a very strong & beautiful woman,and this video proves it by all means.Take care my friend and keep smiling = )
blondbabe272001 5 years ago
I just wanted to let you know that I really appreciated this video, ItalianStallionette.
[Bows head] Being in an intense moment like being near imminent death is a hell of a feeling that words and imagination can not emulate. I know. I've nearly been killed before in the past, so I can relate to how you feel. It's incredibly intense.
DogSeeker1987 5 years ago
Oh Hippie...I am so honored to learn this about you. Have you ever vlogged about it? I would really really really like to hear your side of the story. Are you ok now? How long ago did you do this. Yes, I think vlogging about it would be sooo lovely!! My love to you!
ItalianStallionette 5 years ago
Yet in almost every picture, you have a smile on your face. THAT is a testament to your inner peace, strength and power over your illness. And it speaks volumes that you don't even have to do anything else to share other than show your smile. Hoping to God that your life is better now and solid once again.
TonyDi 5 years ago
Hermun sez: It needs no saying that people who donates blood or organs can be called saviours of lives! hermun agrees with you that they ARE TRUE HEROES and we should ALL be thankfull to them / five stars and favorited !!!
hermunwiseguy 5 years ago
Hermun sez: It needs no saying that people who donates blood or organs can be called saviours of lives! hermun agrees with you that they ARE TRUE HEROES and we should ALL be thankfull to them / five stars and favorited !!!
hermunwiseguy 5 years ago
It take alot of courage to be a Hero
ElMiner 5 years ago
It sure does ElMiner. :)
ItalianStallionette 5 years ago
Hell yeah!!! It's not easy! Not easy at all!
DogSeeker1987 5 years ago
i love your hair short!
ameh78 5 years ago
Why thank you Ameh...I am always self-concious when it's short though..:( People seem to like it more. hehe
ItalianStallionette 5 years ago
Hey :) Thank you for this video. I understand how hard it is to look back but you know what...? The beauty of your soul and the love of the ones around you comes trough every single one of this pictures :)
People like you are the reason why i am an organ donor.
*Mwah*
PTinUK 5 years ago
wow this is by far one of the bravest, and most emotional videos ive seen, thanks for sharing this touching video with us.
Well put together too.
Tim
Tim25UK 5 years ago
Tim, I really don't know what to say?! Simply a 'thank you' isn't enough for such a giving compliment. I am humbled...
ItalianStallionette 5 years ago
i donated Bone marrow to a 5 year old Last year. Great Video.
Sosgroupie 5 years ago