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I was told yesterday by the doctor of General Surgery, Dr. Lin that I could possibly be the donor, but due to the fat concentration in my liver exceeding the safe level, I will need to lose some weight, about 10 pounds, in order to donate. And also I have to go through MRI and CT scan, which will cost a big chunk of money. I have started an intensive exercise regime and rigorous diet, I pray that the Lord strengthens me physically and mentally. The National Health Insurance has already approved to finance the transplant surgery for my dad’s part, so starting next week my dad will be admitted to Mackay Hospital Tamsui Branch for the second phase of evaluation.  

Auntie Gigi gave me her secret recipe for losing weight. It is a less strict version of KETO, I think I am going to upgrade it to crazy non-fat diet plan.
Seriously, hard boiled eggs with greens do not sound very appealing, but when you are hungry, you eat anything. A very tough journey is about to begin.


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