Tyler’s Brother

June 2nd, 2011. Posted in General.

A few days ago we received a call with bad news that one of Tyler’s brothers (the oldest) had a brain tumor. This is scary since he’s only 28 years old and is so young! It’s a good thing he went to the hospital for the bad headache he was having. We waited around for more news and kept other family relatives informed through text, email & Facebook. It was hard not being able to do anything while we’re here in Arizona and they’re all up in Washington.

The size of the tumor was the size of an apple and it was located in front left side of his brain. They immediately scheduled for surgery the next day. Tyler and I were looking for the cheapest plane tickets to go up for a few days until we received news that his brother’s boss wanted to pay for our plane tickets. We couldn’t believe it and that he wanted to take care of it for us. I emailed him our information and I don’t think I thanked him enough even though I did 100 times.

He replied back with our tickets & said great things about Tyler’s brother and how he wanted to help in any way he could. It’s so nice to see and read all these sweet comments & messages about Tyler’s brother and the family.

The surgery went well yesterday. The surgery was supposed to be 5 hours but it was 8 hours. Yesterday was probably the longest day ever with waiting for an update. I’m sure I was annoying Tyler with text messages asking if he heard anything yet.

We received good news after the surgery that the doctors believed they got the whole brain tumor and that the tumor wasn’t growing within the brain, but instead next to it. He is in ICU now and is already able to speak and recall memories! Unfortunately the doctor says it was malignant and they still have to do the pathology to see whether he needs radiation and chemotherapy.

Now we hope all goes well from here now! Tyler and I will be going up next Wednesday for a few days. Thank you all for your prayers & thoughts since they have been working and helping him get through this.

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  • http://www.theinbetweenismine.com San

    As I expressed before, Steph, Tyler’s brother and your whole family is in my thoughts. Having gone through the same diagnosis with my best friend from home (she was age 32, also very young!), this hits close to home for me and I understand so well what you’re all going through.

    I am happy to hear the surgery went so well and I hope for the best possible recovery!
    Keep us updated.

    {hugs}

  • http://www.ohhellodear.com Carly

    so glad everything went well!

  • http://www.whatthevita.wordpress.com Elisa @ What the Vita

    So scary – thank god he went to the hospital asap and got it out of his body. Sending good thoughts to your brother in law and hope everything works out.

  • http://sillygrrl.com Sarah

    That’s so scary – I hope everything turns out ok!

  • http://www.myeverydayadventures.com Jessica

    Oh my gosh that’s so awful. I’m so sorry to hear this. But that was so kind of his boss to fly you up there and be with him during surgery. My fingers are crossed for a speedy recovery, keep us posted!

  • http://www.writingtoreachyou.com Ashley

    So happy to hear promising news. Thinking of you and your family!

  • http://woodlanddreams.net Alyssa

    I’m so glad everything turned out well so far. What a scary thing :(

  • http://www.nanarene.blogspot.com Shawna

    Oh my goodness! How scary! I’ll keep him & your family in my thoughts and prayers.

  • http://www.mykindofpretty.com Betty

    what a scary thing to go through. i hope he has a healthy and speedy recovery!

  • http://notcrazyunwell.com kim

    oh i had no idea. good to hear the surgery seems to have gone well. i’m crossing my fingers for good news on the rest. thinking of you and the family! xoxo

  • http://somewhatvoluble.com Megan

    It sounds like Tyler’s brother has impacted so many people in such a positive way (including his boss)! I’m so glad the surgery went well and that there was such a good outcome. Please keep us updated!

  • http://butterscotch-opinions.blogspot.com/ Dondrea

    He is definitely in my prayers! Wishing him a very speedy recovery.

  • http://themaddychronicles.com Maddy

    Oh my gosh!! What a whirlwind of days!! Thank goodness everything is ok with your bro-in-law now. And how very kind of his boss to pay for your flights! Wow! There are still so many great Samaritans in the world. I will keep him in my thoughts and pray for a full recovery!

  • http://www.lamidge.com Brittney

    Oh, love. All my thoughts and good vibes are being sent his/your way!

  • http://www.girlwiththeredhair.com Amber from Girl with the Red Hair

    That is SO SCARY. Sending good thoughts and prayers. So glad to hear they got the tumour. And the kindness of is boss is wonderful, it will be so nice for you guys to go see him after this scary ordeal!

  • http://www.angelanoelle.com Angela Noelle

    Oh no–that is so scary. I’m so glad that the surgery went well, and I really hope he doesn’t end up needing chemo or radiation. What an amazing man his boss is.

  • http://melisadraper.com Melisa

    So glad to hear the good news! Glad you get to go visit! :)

  • http://www.alightson.still-sharpe.com Ys

    I’m so sorry :( I’m glad the surgery went so well and I really hope he makes a full recovery.

  • http://blondegirl34.blogspot.com Taylor

    You are so inspirational. Know that I’ll be praying for you guys!! Sending all my love!!

  • http://www.countingtheyears.com/wordpress Lizzie

    Oh my goodness, I’ll be praying for him! I hope his recovery goes OK – he’s definitely got the love and support of a great family behind him, that’s for sure!

  • http://skinnyemmie.com Emily

    Oh my gosh, you all and the rest of Tylers family are in my thoughts. So glad the surgery was successful- that’s a huge hurdle he’s already made it over.

  • http://www.stephanywrites.com Stephany

    Tyler’s brother is in my thoughts and prayers, love. I am so happy to hear that his surgery went well and they were able to get the tumor out.

  • Sarah

    You are all in my prayers. I hope he makes a complete and lasting recovery.

  • http://jimaiemarie.blogspot.com jimaiemarie

    I can’t imagine how scary this must be for Tyler’s family, I’m SO glad his surgery went well and I’ll be praying for you guys and Tyler’s brother that everything turns up well- I just can’t imagine! That was so very generous of his boos to pay for your plane tickets! His brother must be an amazing guy to have such a positive impact on those around him <3

  • http://adventuresofholly.com Holly

    Oh wow what a scary thing to have happen to someone in your family!
    I hope his brother will be ok. :)

  • http://theactivitylog.blogspot.com Adrienne

    I only see the good news here. The situation is under control, and just keep that in mind. Everything is going to be ok. I am sending tons of positive vibes your way. <3

  • http://www.rarg.co.nz elly

    Woah, lady! My thoughts are with you guys, and I’ve got my fingers crossed that he pulls through okay. Happy thoughts!

  • http://flipflopsandjeans.blogspot.com Trysha

    Sending lots of positive vibes and prayers your way.

  • erinmakesitwork

    Oh my gosh! I will definitely keep you all in my thoughts and prayers. I am sending as many good vibes your way as possible.

  • http://geeky-mama.com Cori

    Hoping the very best for him and his family and friends!

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  • http://hoperoth.com/blog Hope

    How scary! You’ll be in my thoughts.