Dad Must Lose 80 Pounds To Give Kidney To Daughter

Herb Barber’s 16-year-old daughter, Taniya, desperately needs a kidney transplant.  Following a series of testing, he is her only match, but before a transplant can take place, he must lose at least 80 pounds.

At 6′4″, 270 pounds, the 40-year-old Navy veteran is trying to change the way he looks, the way he eats and the way he exercises. Herb used to be a wrestler, so he knows about intense physical challenges.

It isn’t too often that you encounter such heartwarming and inspirational stories – so why not pop over to their blog, 80 Lbs. of Heart where Herb will be sharing their personal journey to transplant.  Comments are open so you can leave your own words of encouragement and hope if you like.