Friday, May 29, 2015

The driest May on record?

This morning on the news Pete Bouchard (who I have an inexplicable crush on) said that this could be the driest May in Boston since 1944. Well, there seems to be a heart drought too. There were no transplants done in May or April at Tufts or (I think) at any hospitals in the entire New England Region. Eek. I'm not sure if Christian is being very optimistic or just plain nerdy but he thinks based on the law of averages there is going to be a surge of available hearts in the near future.

To make things more interesting while I twiddle my thumbs I thought we could play a game. The other day I was told a story about a previous transplant patient and how she had friends and family submit their guess as to when she would get her heart. Turns out her guess was the closest! The best part is that she ended up getting her heart on (or maybe a day away?) from Valentine's Day. I'm cheesy and thought that was really exciting.

Those that know me well won't be surprised to hear that I did a little research to learn how this kind of thing has been done in the past. Apparently it is fairly common to have an official pool to guess baby due dates? There are sites like BellyBets and BabyBookie that organize it all! Clearly I don't have children. People have said I'm getting a "new life" with a new heart but I think comparing it to the birth of a child is a bit much, so I'm creating my own game to guess when the heart drought ends and my matching heart becomes available.

How to play? In the comments section list:
  1. the dates you are guessing
  2. your name 
  3. (optional) something I should think about when I'm getting prepped on the table and the anesthesia hasn't kicked in yet and I start to panic. Jokes? A picture? A memory? Future plans?
You can list up to three dates and there isn't a deadline to submit. There will be a prize for the winner but I haven't decided yet - but at the least a Snickers bar will be involved.

Here is my guess:
  1. June 26th, July 7th or September 1st
  2. I'll (try!) to think about this picture to keep my jitters at bay. We took a huge risk having an outdoor wedding in Ireland and moments before the ceremony this rainbow appeared. 
Hopefully both of these droughts will end soon, the rain will fall and maybe we will see a rainbow in New England!! See? I'm cheesy.


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24 comments:

  1. Rachel BowieMay 30, 2015 at 7:13 AM

    Shay, I love this. And I love your research skills! Here is my guess:

    1. July 4th weekend (am I allowed to pick a weekend?). I want there to be fireworks when you find out!
    2. Rachel
    3. You should think about our cooking lessons and what a bad student I was! Even Christian had to tell me: Put the wine down, stop chatting, and listen to Shalah preach about Ina Garten. "How Easy is That??" ;)

    Love you!

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  2. Jenny Schule PhotographyMay 30, 2015 at 1:13 PM

    When I was reading your post, September 1st immediately popped in my head... so since that's one of your dates, I'm going with it, although, I hope it is sooner :)

    1. September 1st, July 26, June 26
    2. Jenny
    3. Focus on whatever it is you are most looking forward to when you get out :)

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  3. AnonymousMay 30, 2015 at 4:39 PM

    I say June 29, August 3 or July 5.
    Ivana
    I think you should imagine the news report that you guys would have given about this momentous event. (Thinking of the crazy news report videos you used to make)

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  4. TourettesMay 31, 2015 at 4:12 PM

    I'm going with June 23rd, July 15th or August 3rd.
    Camille
    That rainbow was perfect and is a sweet thought. I also agree with Jenny, focusing on something you really want to do is exciting also. But if you want to laugh I still really think the Harry meltdown and Kaydence naked bike ride video is hella comical.

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  5. Kristen LiportoMay 31, 2015 at 6:41 PM

    You've been on my mind a lot lately. I keep waiting for Kristie to call and say that you're heart is waiting for you!

    Here are my guesses:
    1. June 25, July 11 or August 5
    2. Kristen
    3. Think about planning a trip to somewhere you've always wanted to go. Or if that fails, think about that home movie you guys have with "Ronnie Pah-Pawney". That always makes me smile.

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  6. Kristen LiportoMay 31, 2015 at 6:41 PM

    You've been on my mind a lot lately. I keep waiting for Kristie to call and say that you're heart is waiting for you!

    Here are my guesses:
    1. June 25, July 11 or August 5
    2. Kristen
    3. Think about planning a trip to somewhere you've always wanted to go. Or if that fails, think about that home movie you guys have with "Ronnie Pah-Pawney". That always makes me smile.

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  7. UnknownMay 31, 2015 at 8:03 PM

    1. June 20th my birthday wish to share with you
    July 22 what a great rebirth for you and all of us
    Sept 19 I dont know why it just popped up
    2. Rita
    3. Just keep thinking how I could not remember your name. SHANGELA
    and where are all the snails?
    love ya

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  8. UnknownMay 31, 2015 at 8:03 PM

    1. June 20th my birthday wish to share with you
    July 22 what a great rebirth for you and all of us
    Sept 19 I dont know why it just popped up
    2. Rita
    3. Just keep thinking how I could not remember your name. SHANGELA
    and where are all the snails?
    love ya

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  9. UnknownJune 1, 2015 at 12:38 PM

    1. I was going to say July 22 but see that Rita did so I'll say the 23rd!
    2. Steph
    3. That picture and memory is so lovely. Also that perfect night in Galway with fantastic music and our new friends that loved "Tom Brehhdy and the Pahtriots" :)

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  10. UnknownJune 1, 2015 at 1:39 PM

    1. I choose June 18th / July 15th / August 8th
    2. CJ.
    3. I can't post a pic but imagine your beautiful French Bulldog son who will be waiting for you at home!

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  11. UnknownJune 2, 2015 at 9:37 AM

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  12. UnknownJune 2, 2015 at 9:54 AM

    Hi Shalah! Recent hello was a test as I have had trouble posting a comment here. Go figure... June 6th (soon!) as a recent Psyhic reading saw this date as very significant. And they are always spot on.;-) July 22nd would be an amazing Bday gift. Also August 18th. Darci ****Design your perfect day, start to finish. You can go anywhere and do anything. The most fun day ever!!! Like mother like son, I believe events often take place in clusters. Drought now but It would not surprise me at all if multiple opportunities arise all at once. Love ya! Keep up the great attitude! ♥¤♥

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  13. KristieJune 2, 2015 at 1:37 PM

    June 10, June 26, July 4
    Kristie
    Think about backing a Uhaul down Memorial Drive. Easy does it. no-hit-bridge.
    Think about not having one wire attached to you after this! FREEEEEEE!
    love you so much you have no idea. xo

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  14. amyJune 2, 2015 at 2:36 PM

    I hope my comments don't pop up a hundred times -- they weirdly keep disappearing!

    1) June 17, July 8, August 5
    2) Amy
    3) I'd imagine you were just drifting off to sleep in your own bed (which you will be soon!) or picture me falling off Steph's couch in our aerobics video ...

    xoxoxo

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  15. KristieJune 2, 2015 at 7:30 PM

    1.) june 12, july 1
    2.) greg
    3.) orange, can't go wrong thinking of that bright color, proven to bring smiles and relaxation, research that, it's a fact

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  16. UnknownJune 4, 2015 at 5:42 PM

    1) July 29, September 6
    2) Grace
    3) you should think about the bee hive that you are going to get

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  17. UnknownJune 4, 2015 at 6:03 PM

    1. June 27, July 7, July 20
    2. Kim
    3. Just think of all the "adventures" my mother would bring us on, which were more like let's pretenders aren't completely lost. Like coming back from Hampton beach in a rain storm with windshield wipers that will not stop and somehow ending up in tyngsboro lol!

    Keep the entries coming, you really have a knack for this! It's nice to get to visit with you even from Florida through what you are writing. Miss and Love you!!

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  18. UnknownJune 4, 2015 at 6:56 PM

    I love this idea Shay.
    1. July 1st, July 22nd (I know others have this date too, but what a birthday that would be), and Aug 17th
    2. Emily
    3. Think of shopping at the farmers market, bringing all the fresh veggies and cream and real butter back home and cooking the feast of your dreams. And think of Ritz's face as he watches you cook.

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  19. UnknownJune 7, 2015 at 7:00 PM

    Okay. Here are mine
    1. July 4th...so you can celebrate your independence from The dreaded Swan
    2. August 3rd. The birthday of a very special person who would have given you her heart if she could
    3. September 29th...because...well just because...

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  20. CHJune 9, 2015 at 6:50 AM

    I'm late to the game but here goes!

    1) June 30, July 19 (so you will have it on your birthday!) and August 22nd
    2) Caroline
    3) Think about having a huge welcome home party - and all of us being there and hamburgers and hot dogs on the grill, and showing us all your awesome new furniture and home improvements :) xoxox

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  21. nikkiJune 10, 2015 at 8:03 PM

    OK first I am LOLing about your crush on Pete Bouchard!!!! You are too funny and I love it.

    1) Since the Valentine's Day heart patient stuck with you - I'm going holiday! July 4. It's coming!
    2) Nikki
    3) Think about Pete Bouchard of course! And also the sea of people who will be waiting for you on the other side of surgery, rooting you on, and can't wait to help you settle into a new normal with this hospital stay behind you. (Also, we need to talk home improvement projects together!!!) ;)

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  22. UnknownJune 24, 2015 at 2:02 PM

    1) I'm guessing July 16th, since I have a dentist appointment that day and I shouldn't be the only one to feel the effects of novicane.
    ii) Peter
    tres) I _still_ have those video tapes the you, Steph, and Amy created (and Ivana mentioned). I'm saving them for blackmail in the distant future...(insert maniacal laugh)

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  23. UnknownJuly 2, 2015 at 5:36 PM

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  24. UnknownJuly 2, 2015 at 5:38 PM

    Wow a couple of people guessed the day. It's great news. Wishing you the best

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