Janice Taylor: SightLife Cornea Recipient

Janice may be a retired teacher, but she's hardly sedentary. She hikes, bikes, and travels all over the world, even hiking to Machu Picchu in Peru and Mount Everest Base Camp in Nepal. All this keeps her in shape for playing with her four grandchildren.

Janice has had impaired vision all her life, and in recent years it continued to get worse. A little over a year ago, she had her cornea transplant, and with the care of her excellent physician, she is now able to see the beautiful smiles of her grandchildren. Janice said about her relationship with them, "They appreciate me, as I do them, and we love each other very much."

Janice said in her letter to her donor family, "I have never taken my sight for granted, nor will I ever." She continued, "Thank you so much for this wonderful and compassionate gift. I am sorry that you have suffered a terrible loss. Please know that your thoughtfulness is greatly appreciated."