Hi guys. I guess you’ve probably noticed my absence from the website recently. Well, I’ve finally felt good enough to post something. So here goes. I’ve been in the hospital for the last twelve days and I’m still not sure when I will get out. Hopefully soon. Hopefully. I’m definitely ready.
Unfortunately, I was pretty sick when I arrived. I started out with an infection that made its way into my transplanted kidney and then into my bloodstream. Not good. Not fun.
But what makes matters much more difficult is that for more than a year now, my transplanted kidney has not been doing it’s best. I chose not to tell anyone because I wanted to focus on being positive, but I’ve slowly had to come to terms that my kidney, the wonderful gift of life given to me more than eighteen years ago will not be with me forever. Actually, something I never really expected to happen. But I was so young when I received it and it has done so superbly over the years, I never had a reason to question its lifespan. I’ve learned recently however, that 18 years is fantastic for a transplanted kidney and even better since mine was from a deceased donor. I can’t tell you how hard it is to accept that I will have to let this kidney go. Feelings of letting my deceased donor down fill my heart with sadness.
But it is happening. And faster than I anticipated. Before getting sick two weeks ago, I had begun the process to be re-evaluated for another kidney transplant and to be added to the transplant waiting list. In the meantime, my mom is being tested to be a possible donor. I had thought I would have time to do all of this and hopefully have surgery and not skip a beat with my job or with this website that I enjoy sharing with you so much.
No such luck. Since I’ve been here, I’ve started dialysis to take some stress off my distressed kidney while it tries to heal. The hope is that I would be on dialysis for a short while, giving my transplanted kidney time to recuperate. Then, go off dialysis and try to squeak a few more months out before surgery is needed.
The alternative, though which is just as possible is that 1) I’ll be on dialysis until my mom is confirmed as a donor or 2) My mom is not a potential donor and then I would stay on dialysis while I wait on the list for a kidney to become available.
So that’s what’s been going on. That’s the reason for the lack of cake pops and cupcakes and cute. I just wanted to let you know something and thank everyone for their wonderful and inspiring get well wishes. You guys are a huge bright spot in my life. You have no idea how much.
Hugs,
Bakerella
I hope everything worked out!
For me ,God is everything,that said,he knows why bad things happen to us,I’d being dealing with a long and tedious health issue for almost tree years,but if I look to the good side of the problem I have plenty of time to share with my family,learn from you Ladies and Gentlemen,that have became my cyber family somehow,So what I really want to say is,there is always a reason for whatever happen to us,and what is more important to me, is to keep the fate in God and learn that there is so many people that you don’ even Know ,praying for you and wishing you the best ,and sharing their love,Stay strong and keep doing what you love,God will provide you with everything else,xoxo
Dear sweet Bakerella, With 4597, you probably won’t even see this, but I had to add my two cents. I have LOVED your blog. You have inspired MANY, countless amounts of people and businesses, with your wonderful ideas. Your wonderful smiling face is well known. You are LOVED. I hope and pray for your full recovery and a transplant donor is found SOON. Much love
~a
OMG you poor thing… I got you’re cake pops book for christmas and i went home the next day and started making some- i am TOTALLY ADICTED!!!!! Hope you’re alot better soon xx
So sorry to hear about your illness. I wish you the best and pray your mother’s kidney is a match. I will keep you in our prayers for a speedy recovery. Take care of yourself first. Your cake pops are adorable and we look forward to more when you feel better.
Keeping my fingers crossed for you! It will all be better! You’ll see! Just be positive and brave!
Dearest Angie,
Wishing you all the best with your transplant – I haven’t heard any more news hopefully you’ve found a donor.
Miss your updates… You must get well soon as you’re such an inspiration around the world. Best wishes from all of us here in Sydney, Australia. Get well soon xxx
Isabel
Will be praying for you and your doctors as they find a kidney for you. Hoping your mom can be a donor but if not that one is found quickly. Take care of yourself. Thank you for sharing so we know how to lift you up in prayer.
I am sending love and light your way. Your website is always a bright place to visit – joyful and yummy. May your body be completely healed. May it be so.
Feel better soon sweetie. So many prayers sent your way. Just dream of all the fun things you will make when you are better.
My thoughts and prayers are with you – I really hope that your mum is a match and thank you for creating such a beautiful and inspiring blog. I love it! x
Dearest Bakerella, first I want to say that I hope your Mom’s kidney will be the perfect match for you. Can you imagine your Mom being able to give life to you Twice?! What a beautiful thing. Please get well soon. We all miss you.
I want to thank you for Cake Pops. I am a team captain for Relay for life. I have been making Cake Pops to raise money for the American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life. I have now raised nearly $600 for my team thanks to those darling little POPs. I enjoy making every single one. I can’t thank you enough. Healing thoughts coming your way.
Harriot
Thoughts and prayers are with you. Praying for a donor and your recovery.
I send you the best of wishes on your soon recuperation.
Thanks for share whit us this notices.
And thank soooou much for your creativity, your smile, your courage, your cake pops!!!!…
From Spain whit a lot of love.
You’ve been my go-to website whenever I need a pick-me-up. It made me sad to learn about your kidney problem, my youngest brother was diagnosed with the same kind of problem at a young age. But at the same time, you’re more of an inspiration to me now. I will share your story with him. I’m sure you will give him hope about his condition.
I’ll be praying and rooting for you all the way from Asia.
All the way from Costa Rica, I send you the best of wishes on your soon recovery. I have your book and love your blog, thank you soooo much for all you have share with us all over the world.
You are in my thoughts and prayers. Take care :)
Te vas a recuperar muy pronto. Todo va a estar bien. Bendiciones y un abrazo!!
Im sure everything will be fine. God bless you :)
You’re such a wonderful person, im sure nothing bad will happen to you. smile always! :D
kisses from Algeria ( north AFRICA)
we love you… kisssssssssssss
I so didnt know about this. I love your website but hadnt been here for a while. I wanted to know that I will keep you in my thoughts and hopefully your mom is a positive match :)
Hugz from The Netherlands
I haven’t commented here before but I like your work a lot! I love cake pops, such a cute idea!
But now I thought I should let you know that you are definately not letting your donor down. His/her kidney lived for 18 years with you, made a ton of cake pops and stuff and had fun doing it – the donor would be proud! Now I guess it’s time to let go, nothing last forever… I am a donor (if something happens to me they can use whatever is useful) and I can tell you I’d be happy if somebody would make it so good with one of my organs – even if for just a few years. And you made it for 18 years -that’s a great result! I can’t imagine how painful the dyalisis is but it will end soon – I hope that you’re already through with it. I wish you could use your kidney for quite some time. If not I wish you a nice quick operation with minimum recovery time:).
You are in my prayers. I only recently finished chemo and radiation for tonsil cancer and also got huge support and inspiration from the bloggers and comments. I will be praying for you. God Bless you and keep you well.
Blessings! Sending LOTS of love , {{{ HUGS }}} prayers and positive vibes your way!!!!
I heard that you weren’t feeling well, and now I understand why, I just want you to know that I made a prayer for you, and will keep you in my mind, I hope to know that you are all better pretty soon, lots of kisses from Mexico.
Big hugs and prayers being sent to you from Switzerland. I realize you don’t know me, but you are a big inspiration in my new baking business in CH. Thank you for your inspiration and am thinking positive thoughts and wishing for a speedy recovery.
Nikki xxx
Lots of love and prayers for you, Bakerella! You are an amazing person and an inspiration! xoxo
I am so sorry to hear this news! I check in every once in a while to see what new beautiful treats you have come up with and am very upset to hear that you are ill. I got a similar infection that spread to my kidneys earlier this year and I ended up fainting on a bus that goes around my university’s campus :( I remember how painful having a kidney infection was and I can only imagine what you must be going through… stay strong and remember that all your readers are thinking about you and hoping for the best. With all that positive thinking, you’re sure to be all better in no time! :) I wish you and your mother all the best.
i hope u’ll get better soon..i will miss u n ur cake pops until u r well enough 2 bake again..i know u will always b posotive n remain positive n smiling all da time..and come wat may i know u’ll b ok..take care
Get well soon!
Hope you get well soon.
BTW i love your website!!!
Bakerella, I’m so sorry to hear that you’re due for another kidney transplant. I’ve never commented before but I wanted to let you know that your website is inspirational and makes me want to pursue my passion of baking eventually. I wish you a swift and painless recovery! Hope you know you are in many of your fans’ thoughts and that there is a mass amount of positive energy being sent your way! :) <3
I love your ideas and I make cake topers and I’am 11 hope your doing ok.
Bakerella, hope you feel better really soon! Your in my thoughts and prayers!
p.s. has anyone seen soul surfer yet? best movie ever!!!!!:D <3
Hope you get well soon! Thinking about you in my prayers! <3
Wow Bakerella! I just read your post for March 9th. God bless you and your family through this time. One breath at a time, one step at a time. The very best for you.
I am hoping that both you and your Mom will do well with your surgeries and feel quickly and happily. I am also wishing you a quick re-connection with my friend and yours, CHOCOLATE!
Feel better soon!!! GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMIILY.
I am praying for you to be restored to perfect health with a brand new kidney!
God Bless You!
Hugs from Darlene
feel better and stronger soon
we all love you
Gosh, You have all our best wishes and support from everyone at Sweet Cuppin Cakes Bakery. Your post brought quite a few tears to my eyes and I just want you to know I think you are the most beautiful person Angie xox Lyndsay
I really love your blog.My Daughter-in-Law told me about it.she told me she went to Miami with you……. I wish you all the best and my prayers are with you.Thank You again..Alan
I’m praying that Jesus will give you strength and that you will find a donor soon!
I mean hugs….i’m dutch lol
I’ll hope you get well very soon. Your such a positive person. You are so beautiful, warm and so funny. You will be in my prayers.
Huges and love from Babs
I am always amazed by your kind, giving spirit! You share all your ideas with us and I LOVE your blog, it is the best. In England there are Cake poppers (myself included) but you are the Cake Pop Mother and whenever I make them I think ‘would bakerella approve!’ Sending you prayers and strength and good vibrations(the healing kind) with love Kerry xx
I am so sorry to hear about your situation right now. I do know someone who had 2 kidney transplants and lived a long otherwise healthy life. I will pray for you. You are so very talented!
Oh my goodness . . . I know I’m late in reading this (my computer has died and I have very minimal access to my hubby’s) but I wanted to let you know that you (and your mom!) are in my prayers.
Well I’m about a month late on this, but I wish you all the best. My thoughts and prayers are with you! Sending good healing vibes your way!
Late to your blog… late seeing this. Praying for you and a quick recovery & new kidney!
Likewise, I have been following off and on and have adored your creativity and your upbeat gorgeous website but have never commented.
May your search for a new kidney be brief and your years be many and full of love, peace and joy.
I hope you’ll get better soon!
Prayers to you from Brazil!
Bakerella,
I stumbled upon your blog through Ree’s comments and have told lots of my baking (or at least would be baking) friends a link to your site to cheer them up and now you need it… What can I do to cheer you up? Hope you will read this soon and that you are feeling better and that your mom is the good one to donate a kidney… I wish you all the luck in the world!
Evelin in the Netherlands
You are in my prayers!
Blessings upon you and those around you. Waiting is so hard…especially when your mind wants to go places and do things that your body is not able to do. I pray that your healing is speedy and Peace reigns in your heart.
oh my sweet bakerella, I’m so sorry to hear that. I can’t imagine you being sick or in hospital as you always have so much life and fun in your photos. take it easy and so glad there is so much love and prayers coming your way. Just add one more prayer from me
corrie
xxx
Thinking of you! That’s awful. And you have definitely not let anyone down, especially your donor! I’m sure that person would be so happy to know that they’re kidney was with you 18 years, that’s great :) I hope you find good news from your moms test results.
I’ve taken out my autographed copy of your book (my daughter’s Christmas present), and placed it front and center on my desk to remind me to send good wishes to you every day. Prayers and thoughts to you right now as you face this new challenge, and hoping for a miracle that your Mom will be a potential donor. xo
Your site brings me sheer bliss and happiness even on the gloomiest of days. The internet has a way of pulling people together from all over to share their stories, their happiness, and sometimes their pitfalls. I’ve been reading this blog for a good many of years, to the point where I feel like I know you! I can’t believe how positive you’re being and I believe that positive energy will help you through this all. I wish you the best! We’re all cheering you on from the sidelines! Get well soon!
Good luck,
Jamie
A bit late, but I couldn’t NOT respond. Thank you for sharing not just your amazing treats with us, but also sharing your hardships and struggles. It means a lot for us to hear your honesty. You’re in my prayers.
Hi, I’m from Brazil and I’m an faithful reader of the blog. I love the tips you give in many recipes…Just wanted to say that I’ll pray for you and your family! God will not desapoint you, He loves you! Wishes for a quick and easy recovery.
God bless you
xoxo
I just happened upon you site while searching cake pops and read your posts. I was thrilled to find such a wonderful and beautiful place to visit. I was looking at the site name to send to my daughter when i happened across you comments. I was taken by surprise to discover that you are dealing with such an ominous health problem. My heart and prayers go out to you. i have 3 daughters, one of which is dealing with health problems and i know how disruptive it can be. I wish you all the best and hope that better days are just around the corner.
Thoughts and prayers with you!!!
Hugs! You continue to amaze me with your talent and strength! You’ll be in my prayers!
Praying for your recovery!
Know that we all will be praying for your complete recovery. You are an inspiration for us all and your faith and strong spirit will get you through the days ahead.
Wow! The news came as a shock to me. I send you my thoughts and prayers for you and for your little kidney. I hope it heals and does well. I never knew kidney transplants weren’t permanent. I hope you do well and you keep positive, you are so happy and bright all of the time, the greatest tragedy would be for the world to not see your smiling face.
Will send prayers every day to you and your family. Be strong and stay positive! Much love to you and yours.
Prayers sent your way.
I don’t speak english, i’m sorry , but…..
desde Mexico estamos orando por ti bakerella, sabemos que la luz de Dios estara arropandote, tenemos fe en que saldras adelante, te queremos mucho bakerella!!!!!
que Dios te bendiga, a ti y a tu mama…
from: Monterrey, Mexico….
Patty
i am so incredibly sad and i wish you the best in all your endeavors and roller coasters to come. xx
I linked you in my newest http://maplebaconbeavertails.blogspot.com/2011/03/saturdays-soapbox-odds-ends.html
Best wishes Bakerella,
Hope you get better soon!
feel better, i know it will all be okay
Thinking of and praying for you –
Prayers from Brazil!!
Hugs and prayers to you. Happy to know that you are feeling a little better and gracing us with your presence in the blogosphere.
My sister, mom and I had a great time painting cupcakes with you in Newport last fall… such a bonus that our friends were so jealous!! Here’s wishing you a speedy process to get your new part found, hooked up and working! xoxo
You are definately in my prayers and I hope everything turns out great!
my heart is breaking for you. xoxox
Thank-you for sharing. You have an amazing attitude! Sending lots of prayers your way! : )
Bakerella,
You have been a source of inspiration to so many!! My sister bought me your Cake Pops cookbook for Christmas because she knows of my love of baking:) Now she (and everyone else I meet) also knows of my love for your blog and your sweet recipies!
My thoughts and prayers are with you today! Sending you many bright spots and positive thoughts:)
Baking luv!
First time poster, long time reader. Good luck to you. You are brave and positive, a strong combination. My thoughts and prayers are with you. I have been meaning to comment since seeing cake pops appear in my local Starbucks, no doubt, popular because of you, and I’m sorry I didn’t before now. Get better soon and keep creating. I am envious of your artistic and creative talents.
I’m very late in posting a comment, but still wanted to let you know that you’re being thought of. You’ve done an incredible job of staying positive, and I only know you through this blog. You inspire me to be creative and brave with baking, as well as photography of my less-than-awesome baked goods. I’ll be praying for you, Bakerella, and definitely thinking of you when sweet things come to mind, edible or not. :)
Thinking of you and hoping that you feel better soon!
Thoughts and prayers are with you!
Stay strong and in good spirits–special thoughts and prayers from Miami, FL xo
Just wanted to send my warm wishes. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Hi Bakerella….You have been very strong until now…..and now is the time to be little stronger than before…..it is very easy to start thinking negatively but don’t let that happen……….All of us here are sending you loads of positive energy through our messages….just grasp it with open heart …….We all love you…
Greetings from Puerto Rico, I will be praying for you, get well soon.
My thoughts are with you and your Mom, best wishes!
I will say a prayer for you and your family! Keep your spirits high, all things are possible through Him.
Wow, you’re so positive and such a good role model. It’s okay, you have every right not to post, to have bad days, and to take time for yourself; you’re human. Your fans are your fans through thick & thin and we’re rooting for you and a new kidney. Take care of yourself. No rush. XOXO
Hello Bakerella! What a fun website I came across today! So sorry to here of your kidney disorder. We have a friend who’s kidney was shutting down until her holistic doctor friend told her about changing her food and water she consumed to an alkaline one! She was really desperate to get her health back in order and was totally amazed at her recovery.I also drink this amazing water for my health since i struggle with fibromyalgia. This info has been a Godsend. Perhaps it would be of interest to you? www dot sharekangen dot com
May God bless you richly dear heart!
So sorry to hear about your health issues. Stay strong and positive. You are an inspiration to us all. :)
Hey Bakerella,
I’m so sorry to read that you are going through this situation. I’m sending you loads and loads of positive vibes for you and your family. My best wishes and hope go out to you. Keep the faith girl!
We will all keep you in our prayers!
I’m so sorry to hear that you are sick! I wish you the best and I hope you get well soon! You have amazing support from all of your readers and I hope you know that! :)
Get well soon! Lots of hugs!
hugs, thoughts and prayers being sent your way… I appreciate your honesty and your updates
Hi Bakerella! i have always been a big fan of your cute awesome works and you have been a great inspiration for me. I just want you to know that you have lots of friends coming from all over the world whose lives you have touched with your cute works of art. Stay strong and positive. My uncle is also a kidney receiver and he’s had the kidney for more than 30 years now. Hugs, kisses and prayers, all the way from the Philippines!
Bakerella,
I’m a soldier, deployed to Afghanistan. I have to start off by thanking you, first. You are amazing. I stumbled across your blog a few months ago, while I was bored, searching for pictures of cute things. In such a terrible place, war surrounding myself and all of the other soldiers, I find so much happiness and joy, looking at your blog and seeing your posts. I’ve even decided that I am going to become a pastry chef, when I get out of the Army, and hopefully open up my own bake shop! Your optimism is unconquerable, your spirit so bright and cheery. I guess I just want to tell you that I am so thankful for all that you do; bringing joy, smiles and happiness to thousands and thousands of people around the world. (possibly millions!) You will be in our prayers, hearts and thoughts. You will make it through this, and you will be in better for it. Know that at any given moment, there is SOMEONE praying for you!
Hey there! Just want you to know what an inspiration you have been to me. Ever since I came across your website ( by accident) I’ve been hooked on your wonderful ideas. You’ve inspired me to start my own business. My thoughts and prayers are with you today and always. Please keep us posted when you can…sending you lots of hugs!
You are such a bright spot that I really do miss you and all your beautiful work. I have added you to my list of people to pray for everyday. Take good care of yourself and remember to think very positive. Your in our thoughts everyday and we are really looking forward to you getting well and coming back to us feeling like your old self again. All the best to you and I can hardly wait until your back. STAY STRONG!
(4500th). I hope everything turns out well, and that you can contrinue baking like before :)
Dear Bakerella, I have been reading your blog for a long time and you have been such a source of inspiration to me and to so many others!! Please know that I am praying for your health and recovery. From South Florida, I am sending you big waves of positive, healing energy your way.
Im so sorry to hear what your going through! Im Praying for you <3! I LOVE LOVE LOVE what you said about organ donation in your recent post, it is amazing how a couple minutes of your time can save so many lifes. i know this from a personal expirence… My friend Taylor passed away in a Ski Accendent Last Spring Break ( right before her 14th B-Day) and it was devastating. She donated her organs and saved SIX LIFES!!! go to taylorsgift.org… its a great site!!
Dear Angie,
All the way from Malaysia to say…get well soon!!Wishing you all the very best in health…..You’re such amazing person and inspiration to all.
id like to say hello first, and i hope you get better soon.
I know we are strangers, but thats not a problem when it comes to doing something good for someone else.
Love your website, you give me something to dream about in math class…hahah.
you have inspired me, and for that you deserve my full magic wishes to get better.
Live for the ones you care, and always do it with LOVE.
take care,kisses from Mexico, sophie:).
You are such an amazing person. Our prayers are with you.
Love,
Aline
I work at a dialysis unit, and your site has been such a huge inspiration for me. I bake for the patients on the holidays, and I cannot even begin to tell you how much they appreciate it. You have touched so many lives with your work, and I know that you will continue to do so. God bless you!
I hope that your treatments will be without complication, and I pray for your health!
Super big hug to you! Joel Osteen spoke of not knowing a persons story because you never no what is going on behind closed door! How strong you are to have been going thru this for the past year and while promoting a WONDERFUL book!. You will be healed in Jesus Name….Amen!
Hi Bakerella
I hope you get better, I worked in a dialysis unit in my home town for 7 years, I know what you’re going through. I pray that things will get better for you.
please check my email.
I’m so sorry.
Your determination to be positive is admirable. Thank you for sharing your talents with all of us.
We wish you nothing but the best, and yes, you are in our prayers too!
All my love for you… I hope a little bit of all the beauty and kindness you give us with your work and this blog come back to you. I have no enough English to say the things I would like to (I read you from Spain), but the hugs have no need of them.
When I met you on your book tour I was struck by how full of life you are. I know this time will be challenging and I hope that you will soon be back to feeling like your charming, vibrant self.
And they have cake pops at Starbucks! I sure hope you got an “I thought of that!” fee from that. At the very least I hope you get free lattes for life.
Thinking of you and your mom.
My thoughts and prayers are with you. My boss had to have a kidney transplant last year, he was lucky in that his wife was a match. She was able to give her husband a kidney, it was amazing. His recovery has been a little rocky but he’s slowly getting back to 100%. Good luck with everything. We miss you!!
Stacy
You are in my prayers…God will pull you through. You have thousands of people behind you. We love you. Stay strong and let God’s arms hold you tight and close. Many prayers your way.
Biiiiiiiiiiigggggggg hugs to you and get well quick. You are in my prayers. I have never commented on your site but I read it all the time and I just love your book. All your pops are an inspiration to me. Rest and get well soon!
Lura
I will continue to pray for your speedy recovery. You are truly amazing and such an inspiration even when things are so difficult. Know that you have the love and support of your readers!
Sometimes these things happen (to awesomely great, wonderful people) and I truly believe it’s all apart of growing more spiritually, because whatever happens, it will definitely make you stronger. You are in so many of our hearts, you are bound to pull through this! I’ll be thinking of you and sending positive thoughts your way. xoxo
Angie…you sound so mature about all of this. and in your case, mature and rational would be the only way to handle something so fragile. Big hugs to you and your family. Many blessings as well.
I am sooooo sorry to hear this!!! I hope and pray that you get feeling better! I know that we live in the same area and wanted to know if you could email me privately, I have a couple questions if you dont mind me asking. If you do, I completely understand. Please do not feel obligated to write me back. I am definitely saddend by your news, please cheer up and hopefully so goodies will come your way soon! ;)
Hugs and Cupcakes,
Kristin Morris
you are my inspiration, if I could help you in any way please let me know! I will pray for you!! I would gladly donate any organ for you!!!
oh, my god, a big hug an all my prayers will be to you, hope you get better and come back soon with a new kidney and wonderful new cake balls. Remember that health comes first, so don’t worry about us, we will be here waiting patiently for your come back.
A big hug from a Brasilian fan living in Germany
Marcia
We love you and wish you well!!! A person that inspires thousands of lives through flavors and smiles deserves to live happily ever after!!!
Hi Bakerella! I must have missed this post.. so very sorry to hear you are not well and wish you a speedy recovery and return of good health!
I have followed the cakepop phenom since the beginning and have so enjoyed seeing your smiling face and reading your thoughtful, warm and funny blog posts. However, until this week had never made a POP! Well, last week I finally bought the book, and this week made them! SO FUN! I love the book and having you “beside me” while making them.
So… I didnt know you were sick, but the past week or so I’ve been thinking of you alot and appreciating you ~ so hopefully some good vibes went your way! Wonderful to see/read so many supportive comments reaching you!
Get well soon and take care!
<3, kelly
p.s first time commenter! :)
My prayers are with you. I received a kidney from my best friend August 2009. I know the feeling of enjoying the freedom, but knowing it is not forever and letting down my best friend after she made such a sacrifice for me. This week alone I met a transplant recipient and a living donor in the same week. We are family and we all know the importance of a second, third chance at life.
For all the readers….PLEASE let your families know your wishes to be a donor and sign your drivers license.
Sending you hugs and prayers!
God bless you and your mom. Prayers coming your way!!
My Dad has Dialysis 3 days a week, and also sits there long hours. Well, that just means you’ll have to get yourself an iPad to blog, and post photos while you’re sitting and getting the Dialysis done! A entertaining productive way to pass time. ;oP. You can play games, read, puzzles whatever. Godspeed recovery. Keep the fun ideas coming. :o)
You are in my prayers! I pray a match is found for you soon, Bakerella! xoxo
Oh dear. My heart just goes out to you. You are such a trooper. And such a great example of being cheery, even in the face of stuff that’s not fun at all. Hang in there!
Big love being sent to you! I just want you to know that we are thinking about you and wishing you the best!
You and your mom will sure be out of the hospital in no time! =)
Praise God that you are home!! that is awesome to hear. Although dialysis is difficult, I am so happy that you and your doctors are on top of your health. I will continue to pray for you. :-)
omg, bakerella…i am just now reading this and my heart goes out to you!!!! so sorry to hear this! i am praying for a new kidney for you!!!!
take care…
candi
Igualmente, mis mejores deseos en tu pronta recuperación.
Just know that you are in my daily thoughts and prayers.
Your story breaks my heart—I am sending wishes of health, of happiness and of absolute hope your way. x
I will keep you in my prayers. <3
How sorry i am to hear what you are going through. i shared your information with a friend of mine who also visits your site often, we are both praying for you and your family. We certainly hope your path is as smooth as possible considering what you are going through. you definately have a TON of public support! God Bless and best wishes!!!
sara
I will keep you in my prayers. I am so impressed with your cake pops. I hope some day to make the creations you have done. I am a stay at home mom and am so in awe of what you do. God’s blessings!
My cousin and I are having a cake pop extravaganza tonight. Six cakes are baked! We’ll be sending positive thoughts to you the entire time. Everything will be fine… I just know.
Fingers crossed for you, I really truly hope they find you a match. Prayers & thoughts are with you
Roz
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Hi Bakerella, so sorry to hear about the situation you’re struggling with right now. I hope you’re receiving good medical care and I’m sure your family and friends are surrounding you with love. Like all of your fans, I’m thinking and praying for you. You bring a lot of joy in other peoples’ lives so you really do deserve all the kind and well wishes you’re receiving. I hope you don’t have to stay on dialysis too long and that a kidney becomes available for you very quickly.
best wishes and lots of love,
Sam xxxxx
Giving you my best wishes. I have loved your blog from way back and it has inspired me in so many ways. Get well soon xxx
You are in my prayers, I know everything will be alright. You have been a light in all our lives. Stay positive. Hang in there. Love Paulette
I wish you a speedy recovery. May God bless you.
Hey, ive never posted before. I live in India and adore your blog and you! so im going to pray for you and hope to see you get well soon. You’ve managed to inspire people on a global scale and we love you alot!
Hi Bakerella,
This is still the 2nd time I posted a comment here, and I’m so sorry for what you have gone through. I know its tough, from what I’ve heard from people who went the same ordeal as you. Looking at your pictures posted here, no one can ever tell you have kidney transplant. You look so vivacious and happy. Ever smiling always..
With your amazing spirit I’m very positive you can get through this rough times. Good luck and always keep in mind that people from all over will be praying for your good health.
Thank you for sharing with us what you have gone through. I know its not easy, but you trusted us your readers, and its a great honor for you considered us your true friends.
You are in my thoughts and prayers! I wish you a speedy recovery. I’ve never commented before but I’ve been reading your blog for about two years and I love it! You inspire me to bake and try new things. All the best to you, always. :)
I’m one of the many long time readers but it’s my first time commenting also. My mom is a dialysis nurse and my aunt was on dialysis for 23 looong years (off and on) she actually was blessed with 3 transplants throughout her term, but we did lose her in 2001…so as you can see, this matter is very close to my heart. I’ll be praying for you and your mom everyday! You’re such an inspiration! BIIIIIGGGG HUGS!!!
Sending you lots of healing mojo. Hoping that your mom is a suitable donor or you find another donor quickly.
Praying that doctors will have wisdom, and doors open up for your kidney transplant. You have been such an inspiration to so many. Hoping that you will be embraced by encouraging words in the months ahead!
I love your website and it truly am in awe of cake pops you produce and inspired by your website. I truly hope and pray that your mom is a match. If not, I pray that you find a match very quickly. All of my best.
You are really an amazing person and your donor would be so proud! and their family. Good luck to you! I have been not checking blogs and I am always happen when you post but then to read what you are going through. You are going to find a kidney and you really should direct people to donate because sometimes people just want to help and do not know the direction. bless you!
Sending you thoughts and prayers!!!!
B,
I wanted to send you my sincere prayers that you are able to come out of this with the strength physically and emotionally that you will need.
My father recently began dialysis and it has been a difficult concept for me to grasp. My dad is my best friend. He has been there for me through all of my mistakes and all of my triumphs. He’s my super hero and to see him unhealthy and unlike his normal self is a hard thing to watch. Everything I do is to make him proud. Bottom line, dialysis is a painful thing to watch someone deal with and must be torture to go through.
I started reading your blog two years ago after my friend put me on to you. To see your career blossom into what you have created is amazing. I wish you only the best and hope you will find a donor. I am a firm believer in there being a reason for trial. There is a Greek saying that goes, “Through struggle we grow into wisdom.” Difficult things is how we become our best selves.
Love from Salt Lake City
-Jocelyn W.
Best wishes to you and your family during this time. Hopefully you will be feeling better very soon.
wishing you a speedy recovery and sending big hugs your way! you are an inspiration to all of us!
I just can tell you. You will have that transplant because God is good. You need to said with your mouth that you are healty and everything will be Ok. The faith is your best friend. Trust in Good and believe that he will do the miracle for you. Think possitive and believe in God her make the different belive me by experience and testimony GOD IS GOOOOOOOOD! And what it cant be possible for the human its possible for him. Pray, pray and PRAY he will do the miracle and you will be a life testimony for the glory of GOD.
God bless you heart!
Hi Bakerella,
My name is Alya, and am from United Arab Emirates.
I have been so inspired by your website since i came across it and i have been trying out many recipes from your posts. you are just amazing, inspiring, and full of imagination.
I never thought of writing to you until today after reading about your health.
Since you have given me a lot of inspiration, i decided that i should give back with the least that i can.
I hope you get well soon and stay positive :) wish you all the best and waiting to hear from you soon.
Dear Bakerella,
I hope you have awesome nurses during your stay. You are adorable and spunky and you’ll totally make it through this.
My sister Ruth currently has a drain from her right kidney (and will have it for another week) while we wait and see if the stone blocking her ureter will function…then they’ll know if they can salvage the one kidney or if they need to take it out. :( what’s with kidneys these days???
with love,
Anna
Desde España muchos besos y que te recuperes pronto.
Mucho Animo.
My prayers are with you. You must take it one day at a time, and enjoy the love from all around you.
So glad to see your twitter that you are HOME after 18 days. May you have the Luck o’ the Irish today and all your tomorrows!
Miss Bakerella – don’t ever fear that you let your donor down, I am sure your donor is thrilled that you have lived 18 productive and joyous years. They would never be disappointed…they would be overjoyed, especially with what you have done in the past couple years of living your dreams. That is what being a donor is all about…giving another person a chance at life and you have taken that gift and flourished with it. I can’t think of a better gift to give. Stay strong and my prayers are sent from Canada.
Thoughts and prayers are with you. We will miss you, but get yourself well!
That’s not an easy situation, girl… my boyfriend is a transplant recipient so I know what you’re going through, at least medical-wise. I really hope that your mom is an eligible donor (and I bet she does too), and if not, I hope that you don’t have to wait too long — dialysis can be so exhausting and disruptive (if not necessary). All the best, and I wish you nothing but good health. :) Take good care of yourself!
take care of yourself! all my best for speedy kidney news!
I know you´ll get well soon , you are a shinning star and have lots of ?. God will do his part ! :) big hug for you and your mom, she´s an example of what love is !!!
Praying for you to be healthy!
Love you, Bakerella! Hang in there. Do the best you can, stay positive and don’t worry that you are letting your deceased kidney donor down – the kidney has lasted a long time and it is no one’s fault. You are doing great. In the meantime, we have your cake pops BOOK and great website to keep us occupied! :-)
Prayers and thoughts.
My mother in law is a transplantee (also kidney) and my husband will have to go through it eventually. My heart goes out to you.
sending you wishes of a speedy recovery.
My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. Know that you are missed on here, but we all wsih for a speedy recovery for you & your mom if she’s a match. ((hugs)) from me & the rest of my family who are fans too!
So glad to hear you are finally home! Hope your recovery is going well and that you’ll be back to everything you love to do very soon. We’ll all still be here cheering you on (with more of us everday) when you are feeling better. Please give yourself and your family a hug from all of us and take it very easy. Meanwhile, we’re holding you in our hearts and thoughts through out these tough days. Thank you for being such a wonderful person and bright spot in our lives and for sharing yourself with us! I hope you know how much you’re loved and how truly special you are.
So sorry that you have not been well. Prayers are being sent your way to you, your mom, family, kidney, and doctors that they will use their craft and expertise in taking care of you in the best ways possible.
Sending u warm hugs and prayers!
DEAR BAKERELLA –KEEP YOUR SPRITS UP YOU ARE STRONG WHEN YOU TEACH YOUR GRIEF TO SMILE SO MANY PEOPLE ARE PRAYING AND PULLING FOR YOU
Never lose your sense of positivity! You WILL be fine soon, don’t let this bring you down. YOu are the face of creativity, happiness and inspiration to millions. we are cheering you on.
Oh, I hope, you’ll be alright!
Hugs for you!
I am always on a diet so I don’t check your blog super-often (although I love it, you, my dear make too many tempting treats!)
I know that God has a solution for you and you are on your way! Blessings to you as you deal with dialysis and getting your new kidney. My prayers are most certainly with you for a quick solution and recovery!
I read your post again today and thought that your donor family must be so proud of you. You have not let them down, you have LIVED life, really lived, so keep doing that because we are all inspired by you. So much love to you, from way up here in Canada.
In case 4419 comments weren’t enough, I thought of you yesterday and wanted to let you know you’ve still got thoughts and prayers coming your way! Hope you’re well (well, relatively speaking, hope you get better soon!).
Thinking of you and hopping for the best.. Be strong and possitive…
Love and hugs to you feeling well.
I’ve never commented before either, but continue to be inspired by your blog! You are so creative. Many thoughts and prayers from my family to yours as your focus on your health and future. All the best.
My prayers are with you and wishing you a very speedy recovery. Leave it in the hands of God and he will look after you!! Hugs
Manni
Prayers to you
So happy to hear that you are home.
I hope that you have someone there to offer you some TLC and keep you from overdoing.
I hope that you can get a perfect replacement kidney SOON. Sending healing wishes your way!
Get well soon!! I wish all the best to you! Hajni form Hungary
Wow…I just discovered you TODAY on Amazon (bought your Cake Pops: Tips, Tricks…Recipes book!) and watched the video there only to discover your site! YAY! Then, I read about your current health challenges and you will definitely be in my prayers! =) Hopefully a match, whether your mom or someone else, will be determined SOON and you can get back to doing what you love best! I really appreciated the live demo video on Amazon…maybe I should look at YouTube for more on HOW you do some of the more intricate pops! I am amazed by your creativity AND am impressed that 4412 (including me) have commented back to you on this post of yours! You clearly have won the hearts, admiration and respect of so many and that says a lot about you! Keep your chin up and know that God is with you always!! =)
So sorry to hear about your kidney.I hope your mom is a match.just keep up your amazing spirit and smile and i m sure you will be hearing good news soon.Our prayers are with you and your family.
I wish you all the best, Bakerella! Thoughts and prayers your way and I hope you are on your way to recovery in no time! Take care! :)
Big hugs and prayers to you!!!
Wishing a miracle comes your way and sending you lots of hugs and prayers. =)
Good luck and get well soon!!
Stay Positive! Many blessings and prayers to you!
My family and I are praying for you and wishing you a speedy recovery. You have no idea how much you have changed our lives. I am a mom of 7 sons, and it is because of you and your willingness to share you creativity so benevolently and freely, that my husband and I are able to support our family.
I feel as if you are truly a part of our lives. I have told so many about your site and how wonderful we think you are!
We adore you, Angie, and wish you all the best!!
Sarah
Get better soon! Big Virtual Hugs to you!! You are super cute and fun!! I missed you at the book signing in Costa Mesa, CA as I took lunch and the line was super long!! My loss! Take care Sweetheart!
Your moving story and braveness brought me to tears. I wish you all the very best, and a speedy recovery. You have such a wonderful way of bringing light and sunshine and “cute” to us the readers.. I wish we could give it back!
You are in my thoughts and prayers everyday! We miss you!
Sending thoughts and prayers your way!