One of the most uplifting true life stories

I have a friend from high school who has had an *interesting* life, to say the least. His blog is an amazing account of his story and how he is still grateful for his life, no matter how bad it gets.

If you're having a bad day and wishing life would get easier, I recommend reading about my friend Jason. It truly is an uplifting  and somber story.  Enjoy.

And remember - Be Grateful for all you have.
xo

Here is an excerpt from his blog:
My story is long and complicated. On April 25, 2005 I was in the hospital for what was supposed to be a 45 minute minor surgery for acid reflux. While inserting the trocar at the start of the procedure, the Surgeon accidently severed my Aorta. I was merely seconds from bleeding-out completely and required a 60 unit blood transfusion. I had to have a 4 inch dacron graft placed in my damaged aorta. In addition, my pancreas, liver, bowel, stomach, spleen, and kidney were all knicked. Technically, I died twice, but by the grace of God, I was allowed to come back and continue living.

The very instant that I gained consciousness I was grateful. I also knew that life would be completely different than I had ever known it. Because of complications from the initial mistake, I have been unable to eat or drink anything without throwing-up. My stomach and part of my bowel had to be removed, and I suffer from severe gastroparesis. I require around-the-clock infusions through a feeding tube, as well as daily IV hydration. I've had too many surgeries to name, and have been hospitalized too many times to count. On numerous occassions I have been told that my time was limited.

Despite all of this, I have a genuine love and appreciation for every single moment that I am blessed to have. My family means something different to me now than it did before. I am writing this blog because of their promptings.