10 years ago, I had craniotomy surgery to remove a cystic ganglioglioma tumor.

​I was very fortunate for the tumor itself to be benign and to have experienced little to no side effects since my surgery.

Fast forward to today, I am married to my amazing husband, a proud mom of a 1-year-old baby girl, and a middle school special education teacher. NEVER GIVE UP & DECIDE WHAT TO BE AND GO BE IT

The name Brain Grapes is from what my best friend and I would refer to my tumor as. This coping mechanism allowed me to maintain a positive attitude and mindset throughout the experience. 

I am uniting with others to make a difference in the fight against brain tumors. I am passionate about this cause, so I’m taking action. I need your help in this fight. Please join in my effort!

National Brain Tumor Society is committed to defeating brain tumors and improving the quality of patients’ lives. NBTS unrelentingly invest in, mobilize, and unite the brain tumor community to discover a cure, deliver effective treatments, and advocate for patients and caregivers.