Tag Archives: be a donor

Ignorance is Not Bliss

Posted on May 6, 2014 by jimshearts

A friend recently posted (Facebook) her experience at the Ministry of Transportation. It seems that the young man ahead of her was asked if he’d like to be an organ donor. His reply? “No way. I’m too young for that!” … Continue reading →

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A Birthday Wish

Posted on May 5, 2014 by jimshearts

Today is Marah’s birthday. She doesn’t really want to celebrate. She wants life to start again — without the crazy amount of stress she, Jim and her family live with every day. Marah wants the simple things that many of … Continue reading →

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Preaching to the Converted

Posted on May 4, 2014 by jimshearts

Over the last couple of years, Jim and Marah have been overwhelmed by the support they’ve received from friends and family. The community surrounding them have stepped up on so many occasions to offer physical labour and to lift spirits. … Continue reading →

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No Magic Elixir

Posted on May 3, 2014 by jimshearts

There’s been a lot of talk lately about “presumed consent” and organ donation. (This means that you wouldn’t have to sign up to be an organ donor, because everyone would be already). While this is a good idea, it’s not … Continue reading →

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A Guy Like Jim

Posted on May 2, 2014 by jimshearts

Jim is only 47 years old. He’s the guy that always stepped up to help you, stayed to chat, championed anything and everything that his kids were up to — all with the most amazing cheer. Can you imagine what … Continue reading →

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From Jim’s Family to Yours

Posted on May 1, 2014 by jimshearts

Jim and his family know what it’s like to wait. It’s hard to fathom the stress, fear and fatigue. That’s why they are ok with promoting Jim’s Hearts. If Jim’s story can inspire just a few people to become an … Continue reading →

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16+ Months

Posted on April 28, 2014 by jimshearts

Jim has been waiting for a heart for 16 months. And continues to wait. Can you imagine? There are some provocative media campaigns out there telling us all to be an organ donor, but the bottom line is this: being … Continue reading →

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Waiting for a heart

Posted on April 27, 2014 by jimshearts

Jim Maveety has been waiting since January 2013 for a life-saving heart transplant. Jim’s family, Marah, Ellis and Brett, know that Jim is not alone in this wait. Over 4500 people are waiting for an organ donation in Canada, yet … Continue reading →

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