My husband, Brian, was diagnosed with a glioblastoma in September of 2024. Surgery to remove the tumor was performed a month later but left him without the use of his left leg.
Although the tumor hasn’t returned, his life has been greatly altered and he’s suffered much loss. To become disabled and lose the ability to move freely and do the things he loves has been heartbreaking. Staying positive is hard.
We can’t control the cancer. We do what we can to keep it at bay, but nothing is guaranteed. He CAN control how much effort he puts into regaining his mobility. His grit and determination are inspiring. Adapting to disability is not something anyone ever expects to do. To watch him dig down deep and push himself to be able to be more independent is truly humbling. I don’t know if I could do it.
As his family, we are grateful for his life and are delighted to have him with us no matter the shape he’s in. At 2 years post diagnosis, we are hopeful for the future – together.