A special meeting was held in Philadelphia for two families linked through an eye-opening transplant.

Debbie Krigstein's vision was restored following a cornea transplant, and she got a chance to meet the donor family, the Cowans, for the first time Friday.

Krigstein says it feels like she has a new family.

Chad Cowan died five years ago on Valentine's Day at the age of 47 from a heart attack. His wife, Crystal Cowan, says that's when she also learned he was an organ donor.

"He had 20/20 vision and I said he would want us to donate his corneas," Crystal Cowan said.

One went to Krigstein, whose vision had become blurry from previous procedures.

"I still don't know how to say thank you other than thank you," Krigstein said.

The newly bonded families quickly learn they have a lot in co

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