Comments about ‘LDS musician waits for heart transplant’

man who is not only very talented, but a terrific person as well. I wish for the very, very best, and all blessings for him.

My hopes and prayers go out to you as well. Your faith will see you through.

I had the privilege of serving in the same mission as Paul, and although I never was his companion, I did on multiple occasions hear him play the piano for the mission conferences. You could instantly tell what a talent he possessed. I always heard the tales of the heart condition he had, and yet by his attitude and disposition you would never know of the personal struggles he obviously has dealt with his whole life. Good luck Paul! I hope things work out for you soon!

Met Paul a few years ago. One of the most giving people I have ever met. Wish I had an extra heart, and I would be glad to share!

Paul is a wonderfully gifted musician. I wish you and your family the best!

As the mother of a child with a congenital heart defect, I have been inspired by Paul and his journey. I have appreciated his faith, insight and friendship. Thank you Paul for helping me see all that my son can become. We are praying for you!

Paul - I was at the funeral for Gracie, and your music was very touching and beautiful. I know that you hadn't played for awhile in public, but I'm sure it meant so much to the Gledhill family. Your music is very inspiring, and you have a lot to give still. Good luck with getting a transplant soon. Our prayers are with you!!

I met Paul for the first time at the "Roof" on a Valentines day several years ago. My wife and I were celebrating our 10th wedding anniversary. I simply introduced myself and expressed my graditude for his gift. Several years later I met him again as he was participating in an appreciation evening for Utah Foster Care parents. I don't know Paul personally but his goodness and love for all things in his life are very evident in his music. I wish all of Gods blessings to sustain you and your family as you pass through this most difficult challenge.

The Cardalls are a wonderful family. I love Paul's albums he has created. I listen to his beautiful piano playing and it brings a measure of the Spirit into my life. Paul will never know how many lives he has touched through his beautiful talent.

Hang in there buddy. Having been unemployed for the past year and a half (after doing 2 years of the same five years ago), I know what it feels like to wait for the phone to ring.

I suspect you'll get your new heart and look back on this time with a whole lot of perspective and maybe even appreciation...

Grew up in the same stake as Paul and have watched his struggles since his childhood. He's a real inspiration to me. Good luck with everything, Paul. My family's prayers and thoughts are with you!

There are probably countries where if people were paid, they would allow their organs to be harvested when they die.

Why isn't a system set up to do this?

It should be a country where they don't make use of organ transplants much because of the cost.

Soon because of stem cell research, it will be possible to take one's own stem cells and make an organ that is entirely compatible with the person, there will be no risk of rejection or need for rejection drugs.

Lets speed along this research.

Paul, I want to thank you for your work the past few months in creating the website for your brother, Brian. It has been very interesting and uplifting learning about Brian's life. He certainly lived a full and adventurous life! I can't believe all the outdoor activities he enjoyed. What a great example to live life to the fullest. He was so gifted and talented. Thank you for honoring him and sharing his world with us.

To a small extent I know your feelings, I waited for a Kidney, that wait for a phone call and the always looking at the news and obituaries was an emotion I was not ready for. You have much to give and new experiences are awaiting, be patient, good luck, May God continue to bless you.

I thought waiting for transplants would only happen if Obamacare was instituted. Whatever the case, my heart goes out to this young man.

Obamacare would probably make more people eligible for a transplant. If you don't have insurance, you don't get a transplant unless you can pay the 400k average for your transplant surgery. Since most transplant recipients are too sick to work, they don't have private insurance meaning that they become eligible for Medicare. Without medicare, only the very wealthy would be getting transplants. Although I don't like Obamacare, you have to admit that people who cannot get insurance due to pre-existing conditions would have an opportunity to get on a list.

One of our Facebook fans said the following: "Paul is such a special man, with a beautiful spirit. may he be blessed with his heart!"

Every one who posted comments on here..heck... every one who reads this article...If you want to help Paul, don't just pray for him (although that will work miracles, too!)

SIGN UP TO BE AN ORGAN DONOR!

Do it right now! You will bless many lives. I know this from personal experience. (It's why my son has his eyesight today.)

You will be in our prayers tonight.

Paul,

I have always enjoyed your music and, indeed, my youngest daughter did as well. We would sit together on our living room couch and play your CDs and just "be" together.

Those memories are some of my most memorable shared with her, as she passed away 5 years ago at the age of 14. You may never know just how much of an impact using your gift has inspired, uplifted and enabled me to feel the Spirit. Thank you for sharing.

I pray that you will be strengthened and filled with peace.

Holly