So after the Rabbi’s speech today on the Halachic Organ Donor Society, I joined up to be a donor.
I had always believed this was the right thing to do, but knowing that there is a kosher way to do it, sealed the cause for me.
There are more than 123,000 Americans that need lifesaving organ transplants and every 10 minutes another name is added to the national organ transplant waiting list, so if I don’t need mine any more, I’d like to help someone that does.
While ideally, I would like to return my body to G-d in pristine condition the same way that I received it, I realize that life wears away at us and moreover, sometimes tragedy (G-d forbid) strikes.
Of course, I hope and pray for a long and healthy life, but if we are in a position to help, how can we not be there for those who need us in one last giving moment. 😉
(Source Photo of Photo: Andy Blumenthal)
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