In 2010, to celebrate my tenth year of a wonderful life on dialysis I sort of got in shape and canoed 225 miles with the Grand River Expedition 2010. It was an incredible journey that couldn't have happened without my family and many dear friends.

I have been on dialysis since 2001 and have used every form of dialysis currently available in search of the best outcome and the best life. I have done in-center hemodialysis, at home hemodialysis with a traditional dialysis machine, peritoneal dialysis and finally, NxStage's System One home hemodialysis machine. I have had two kidney transplants, one from my beautiful wife and another because a thoughtful motorcyclist had checked the donate organs line on his license. For me, the technology for a successful transplant does not exist for my disease. I remain open and optimistic about wearable and implantable artificial kidneys.

Since I started my first blog, Tasty Kidney Pie, in 2001, I have tried to, and hope to continue to, inspire dialysis patients and others living with chronic illnesses to get outdoors and live an active and fruitful life.

Since 2001, The Riverdudes, my National Kidney Foundation of Michigan Walk Team has raised $78,000.

I currently spend my time writing, raising my children, snuggling with my wife, getting outside and staying active, and hopefully inspiring others along the way.

Thank you

With your help we can exceed this year's goal of $5,000 for the National Kidney Foundation of Michigan. Thank you very much for your continued support. Erich



Saturday, April 24, 2010

Thank you to our new sponsors Doggy Daycare and Spa and Lafolette Architects, Builders Interior Designers

Thank you to our two new generous Corporate Crew Sponsors:

Doggy Daycare and Spa located 5325 W. Mount Hope Highway in Lansing, Michigan.  Our seven month old Chocolate Labrador Cassie has a blast at Doggy Daycare.

and

LaFollette Architects, Builders and Interior Designers located at 145 W. Grand River in Williamston, Michigan.  They have been Green Builders for twenty years.

With their contributions we now have raised $2,405 toward our $20,000 goal.

If you would like to join these great Corporate Crew Sponsors just make a contribution of $200, $500 or $1,000.  You can make a check to the National Kidney Foundation and mail it to me or use our secure fundraising page.

Thank you Doggy Daycare and Spa and LaFollette Architects, Builders and Interior Designers.

Dialyze for the Prize!

Erich
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