I got some pretty scary news today, that my brother just 11 months younger than me, has a brain tumor. Let me tell you, you can never really prepare yourself for that kind of news. I don't don't get to see him or his adorable little family very much, but when we do get together, we have so much fun. I love and adore him with all my heart. Growing up, we did not exactly get along. I had the nails, and dug him when we'd fight, and he would wack me with random household objects like a brooms and such. It doesn't really matter anymore. As we have reached adulthood, and have begun our own families, we have grown to love, and respect one another very much. My brother is the kind that will go over and beyond, out of his way, to make people feel good. He is also quite the jokester, and we have had our share of belly laughs cause of him. It's sad that it takes something like this, to really hit you, and realize that life is so precious. And to NEVER take it for granted. I really feel like he is going to be ok. He has to have surgery to remove the tumor, and see if it is cancer. We are all praying that it is not. I have also really thought a lot about how dumb my problems seem now. They are nothing in comparison. I am so grateful for my life, parents, family, husband, kids, friends, and my Heavenly Father.
I love you Steve!
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It's true! You really can never prepare yourself for something like this. As soon as Jason told me yesterday I immediately felt like it would be okay. I felt immediate peace. I know that Jason felt that same peace yesterday. We are so blessed to have the gospel in our lives; the knowledge and ordinances of eternal families. Steve mentioned to Jason that he didn't want this news to ruin our plans with the wedding and everything. I don't think he realizes that something like this would never ruin a sealing, but give a deeper meaning! I absolutely love your family, even those who I haven't formally met. I'm praying and fasting with all of you as well. :)
Such a sweet post Steph! Blessings to your family and the doctors and specialist who will operate tomorrow. I hope your family will be encircled with angels and have feelings of peace and comfort. I love you!
Hey Steph, you have my blog info but I have never had yours. Im glad I found it through Angies. I cant believe how big your kids are now. Wow. I sure hope your family is doing well.
It's so hard when life takes unexpected turns, but I can tell he has a great support system. I hope everything turns out okay for him and his family.
It is times like this that make you realize how lucky we are to have the gospel in our lives.I hope all is well.
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