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Today marks Dad's 63rd birthday, and 3 years & 10 months as a brain cancer survivor! Clearly we have A LOT to be celebrating! Dad is still off of all treatments, as it's been one year since we decided to stop his chemotherapy- one amazing year of Dad not having to take those dreaded chemo pills that made him sick for weeks, one amazing year with MRIs that have shown no signs of cancer, and one amazing year celebrating each little moment in our lives. It's crazy to think when this whole journey started Dad was not yet a "Paw-Paw", and now he's got THREE little ones that he gets to spoil.  Dad's cancer is unpredictable, and we are all too aware that at any moment Dad can show signs of growth or an MRI can show his tumor returning- but we are also all too aware of how LUCKY we are. It's something we do not take lightly, as we appreciate the little things, and celebrate Dad each chance we get.  So as usual, here's my Birthday Letter to the best Dad...

"God promises us pain." Words I keep trying to repeat over and over again.  This week my heart has been so heavy with the news of two brain cancer fighters, both who lost their battle way too early.  I was reconnected with one of these fighters just this year, in January to be exact, with a message that said, "I want to let you know that reading your blogs have really been helping a lot. Especially my parents." Our conversations were fairly constant over these last months, reaching out to ask how treatments were going, letting her know our family was praying so very hard, and just being there to provide some sort of hope for her.  And as much as I tried to constantly lift her spirits and provide her hope, it was really the complete opposite, as each and every conversation left me being reminded that God truly gives his toughest battles to his strongest soldiers. Each conversation reminded me that faith can truly be bigger than any fear.  Her words spoke volumes of h...

It's been 4 months since our last MRI. 4 months?!?  We were spending hours at the Cancer Clinic every two weeks for Avastin treatment and appointments with Dr. Fleener- I have joked before that the Cancer Clinic became our second home- And now, it's been weird not being there for 4 months.  Dad's MRI was GREAT! He is still considered to be in remission, as there is no sign of tumor or any indication that the cancer is back. Y'all, God is very good.  My devotional today was just perfect, as when I'm asked what is our "secret" to Dad's success- my response is always our faith and the amazing power of prayer.  (Oh, and the countless people supporting us on this journey- friends and family, y'all have been AMAZING!) "I broaden the path beneath you so that your ankles do not turn. This shows how intricately I am involved in your life-journey. I know exactly what is before you, and I can alter the path ahead of you to make your way easier. Sometimes...

Recently, it seems as though I've received the same message from friends: "Someone I know just got diagnosed with brain cancer, the same type as your dad. Could I give them your contact information if they want to talk?" And as you all can imagine, my heart breaks to see this message and it's always no questions asked if they can have my contact information- I give my email, my cell phone, my address- heck come visit me at my house! Because during those first few weeks of Dad's diagnosis, we would have given anything to have someone to talk to, to help figure out what we should do next.  But because I know others are not nearly as open as we have been, some have such a hard time talking about a new diagnosis- chemotherapy, radiation, MRI's, (and let's not forget) the horrible results when you google "glioblastoma" or even "brain cancer"- I thought I would share some advice I would give to anyone newly diagnosed.  My first piece of advic...

Ok, as usual, I'm a little behind in my blog updates- but as I've said before, no news is usually really good news.  The Glenz family celebrated the 4th of July with lots of parties, a snake in the car, and a minor grass fire. I mean, we clearly like to keep it interesting.  (Don't worry, we found the snake and put out the small grass fire all before the day was done.) Dad was a BIG help around the house, helping get the yard ready for our little party and the inside of the house. He really doesn't realize how awesome it is seeing him out mowing grass. It's amazing how far he's come in his brain cancer journey.  Here are just a few pictures from the celebrations: Luke & Chad enjoying the fireworks at Independence Baby Reid having a blast at his first 4th of July Mom & Dad enjoying the beautiful weather, and Mom enjoying a few glasses of wine And Miss Hallie Rae celebrating her 1st Birthday on July 4th We take each of these little celebrations as such a B...

I think back to October 5, 2013 all the time. The day of Dad's seizure. And then I think back to that cold hospital room where we heard the news. Cancer. I feared Thanksgiving and Christmas where Dad wasn't there, I feared birthdays and special moments without him, and I feared a Father's Day without celebrating the best Dad in the world.  And it's amazing, because when I think back on this and then pull out my devotional...I find God speaking to my heart so clearly:  "Apart from Me you can do nothing. On days when the tasks before you seem overwhelming, remember this: I am with you, ready to help. Take a moment to rest in My loving Presence. Whisper: Surely the Lord is in this place." Well, in honor of my amazing Dad, here's my Father's Day letter: Dad, You probably don't remember this, as those days after your seizure were a whirlwind, but there was a conversation, a moment that to this day gives me chills. It was the moment I knew I had the most...

Hi, yes sorry I realized today that my last post was when my adorable nephew was born, and that's been ALMOST one month now- wow how time flies when you're having fun! We have been staying busy, as the summer days have proven to be even MORE busy than we could have imagined- between graduation parties, weddings, baptisms, and family vacations- we have been running from one thing to the other! Dad continues to feel well, as it's been almost a year since he stopped chemotherapy! Our next MRI isn't scheduled until the end of July, and right now that seems so far away! Y'all, I can't even begin to share how "weird" it is to not have appointments at the Cancer Clinic at least once a month- but it's a "weird" that I will gladly take! Dad was recently featured on the Cancer Clinic's Facebook page in honor of Brain Cancer Awareness Month.  As always, I'm so incredibly proud of these two- their fight, faith and unconditional love continues...