From The Beginning

About a month ago Delwin noticed that he wasn't thinking as clearly as normal and was struggling to remember names. He went to the doctors and they thought it could be a few different things. On Sunday, May 9th, while at church he was asked to read something and struggled through it. Fortunately, Delwin's doctor was there and immediately after class, pulled Delwin aside and told him he needed to get an MRI. Monday, May 10th, Delwin recieved that MRI. They found a brain tumor and admitted him to the Mckay-Dee Hospital shortly thereafter. Tuesday Delwin's family had a family fast, followed by a blessing from family. Wednesday, Delwin's ward held a ward fast and prayer.

On Thursday, May 13th, Delwin underwent a five hour surgery to remove the tumor. Unfortantely the doctor was not able to remove all of the tumor due to it surrounding a major artery, though he was able to remove most if it. They determined it was a glioblastoma grade 4 brain tumor. Once Delwin heals he will start chemo and radiation therapy.

Delwin came home from the hospital today, May 17th, and he is doing well. He does have his ups and downs. He still struggles remembering names and nouns when he's tired. However when he's doing good, he's doing good:) Today he went for several walks, the longest being around the park. The next steps on the agenda are getting the staples out in two weeks and starting the chemo and radiation in three to four weeks.

We want to express our gratitude for all the prayers, fasting, time, generosity, and everything else you all have done. It has not gone unnoticed. We are keeping a positive attitude and are going to cherish and enjoy every day.

Miracles come in different shapes and sizes. We know how we would like ours but we also know that Gods perspective is greater than our own. Joy is how we live our lives everyday, not a destination.

Some pictures from the week at the hospital