How long have you had your lvad?

My father has had his for 3 years now. Going on 4 in October. I’m wondering if anyone has had theirs a long time? Just feeling sad this evening because I’ve been thinking about how much my dad has been through in his life… lvad people are LITERAL warriors. he is 75 and will have his lvad for life, and as I hold my 6 month old baby in my arms my eyes welled up thinking about him not being able to watch her grow as she gets older.. I want her to remember him for the amazing human he is. It hurts my heart so much to think she won’t remember him someday…

Thank you. Sending you all so soSo much love and grace and ease and beautiful days in your lives. You’re all remarkable.