Faith In Spite of the Storm

Debbie's life changed immediately, what she thought was a problem rest would heal, it wouldn't. The specialist words rocked her world; Glioblastoma is serious. Already the doctor scheduled surgery and sent her to a tertiary hospital where patients are referred and receive highly specialized care. Debbie is aware of the percentages: those who leave are few.

With a husband, two children, and helping to raise a grandchild, not to mention employed as HR director to a Visiting Nurses Association, Debbie is busy living. She used to think her life was flying past, but now it seems at a standstill while she waits to see how long she has to live. Or, could it be a matter of the right treatment?

Debbie holds on to her faith, finding God's word her true comfort in the midst of battle. When the disease becomes difficult to manage; she decides perhaps writing her story will benefit the next patient. "If I can help one person," she states, "It will be well worth the struggle to keep notes and share the throes of Glioblastoma, a rare cancer of the brain."

Debbie's story written by her mother includes Debbie's unfiltered journal entries into her unshakeable faith odyssey with Glioblastoma. Her wish to bring hope to those dealing with this devastating disease has left a legacy greater than the diagnosis, her faith and belief.