My brother Armando faced a stage-4 brain tumor head-on and lived to tell the tale. What began as an ordinary morning became a life-altering discovery: my unresponsive brother had a mass the size of a lemon on his brain stem. He remained unconscious for more than a week and faced grim diagnoses, but hope and prayer from his army carried him – and all of us – through. After three brain surgeries and intense chemotherapy and radiation at UC San Diego, Armando uncovered a strength and courage this journey would fully demand. Recovery has tested him in every way, yet he continues to find light – showing up each day to smile, laugh, and lift others up. The Head for the Cure 5K has become Armando’s way of giving back. He made a plan after last years’ event, trained daily, shared his story, and rallied one of the largest and most passionate teams around him. His love, courage, and generosity inspire all to make the most of every day. Armando doesn’t just keep the faith: he radiates it.