We, as a family, wanted to start this blog to be able to keep those that love and care for Marc informed about Marc's journey. For the last month or so Marc had been noticing changes occurring in his every day life. He had a hard time remembering things, couldn't do math equations that had always come naturally to him, and Karen noticed little things that were causing him trouble. He went to the doctor last week and no major symptoms arose. On Monday (8/13) Marc was at work with clients. His speech began to slur and he began experiencing a terrible headache. He drove home (thanks to angels following him, he has no recollection of driving) and told Karen what was occurring. He laid down and rested for a bit, but the pain never subsided. Karen took him to the ER and a Cat Scan was performed. They found a mass the size of a golf ball in his brain. A lot of prayers were given and prayers were felt from many of you. I know we have all been lifted because of your true concern, sweet texts, phone calls, and selfless acts of service to each one of us. Marc under went brain surgery on Tuesday. Much of the tumor was removed, however, there are still cancerous cells that remain. The type of cancer is called Glioma. It's aggressive so radiation and chemotherapy will begin next Monday (8/27). After surgery was a true miracle. Marc was coherent, alert, and at peace. He recognized every single one of us and his sense of humor was in full force. He was cracking us all up. His recovery has been amazing. He's a fighter. He was able to come home on Friday which was a gift to each of us. All of the grand kids were excited to see him and he loved giving them lots of snuggles and kisses. This week is all about recovering for Marc. We want him strong so he can be ready for the next step. If you have questions or words of encouragement, please leave them in the comment section. We will do our best to respond and keep you all up to date on Marc's journey. Please continue to pray for Marc and those that love him so dearly.
We, as a family, wanted to start this blog to be able to keep those that love and care for Marc informed about Marc's journey. For the last month or so Marc had been noticing changes occurring in his every day life. He had a hard time remembering things, couldn't do math equations that had always come naturally to him, and Karen noticed little things that were causing him trouble. He went to the doctor last week and no major symptoms arose. On Monday (8/13) Marc was at work with clients. His speech began to slur and he began experiencing a terrible headache. He drove home (thanks to angels following him, he has no recollection of driving) and told Karen what was occurring. He laid down and rested for a bit, but the pain never subsided. Karen took him to the ER and a Cat Scan was performed. They found a mass the size of a golf ball in his brain. A lot of prayers were given and prayers were felt from many of you. I know we have all been lifted because of your true concern, sweet texts, phone calls, and selfless acts of service to each one of us. Marc under went brain surgery on Tuesday. Much of the tumor was removed, however, there are still cancerous cells that remain. The type of cancer is called Glioma. It's aggressive so radiation and chemotherapy will begin next Monday (8/27). After surgery was a true miracle. Marc was coherent, alert, and at peace. He recognized every single one of us and his sense of humor was in full force. He was cracking us all up. His recovery has been amazing. He's a fighter. He was able to come home on Friday which was a gift to each of us. All of the grand kids were excited to see him and he loved giving them lots of snuggles and kisses. This week is all about recovering for Marc. We want him strong so he can be ready for the next step. If you have questions or words of encouragement, please leave them in the comment section. We will do our best to respond and keep you all up to date on Marc's journey. Please continue to pray for Marc and those that love him so dearly.
So glad to see this blog! I will be checking in often. Sending love, prayers, and lots of good vibes to Castle Rock!
ReplyDeleteThanks for putting this Blog together. Joe and I are so grateful that Marc's surgery went well. We will continue to pray for him, his doctors and all of the family. Please let us know of there's anything we can do. We love you all!! xoxoxo
ReplyDeleteWe appreciate the update. We are grateful his surgery could be done so quickly! We are happy to help with whatever you need. Love the Ogle Family
ReplyDeleteOh, wow. I can't believe this. I'm so thankful you sent this link. Sending prayers and love to you all from Las Vegas.
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Dad Brown we are so glad we could be there with you this week. You are making an amazing recovery and we feel very blessed to have been able to witness your faith through this journey. We love you so much and pray for your quick recovery.
ReplyDeleteThanks to all who have created this sight. We wish Marc the best from all of us over here. Good luck on the next few hurdles. Faith and prayers from Utah.
ReplyDeleteWow. so sudden and so fast. what a scary month it has been for all of you. I am glad that the doctors have been able to act quickly. I hope you have a quick recovery and that you will have the strength to keep fighting this battle.
ReplyDeleteMarc -- I am so, so sorry to learn this news, but very glad to hear you are recovering so well from your surgery. You will be in my thoughts and prayers. I know you are a very positive and strong person, and I pray that strength will carry you through any challenging days ahead. It is wonderful you can have your family surrounding you with love at this time. Patsy
ReplyDeleteWe are so thankful that Marc came out of surgery with his sense of humor in tact. ;-) Thank you for the update! We've had all of you on our minds over the past week, and will continue to keep your family in our thoughts and prayers as you head into the chemo/radiation treatments. Please, please, please know that we would love to help you in any way we can. Sending our love, prayers and well wishes to Marc and the rest of the Brown family.
ReplyDeleteSo glad to have access to this blog. I was so shocked over Marc's illness and I'll be checking this blog frequently. Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family as you all forge ahead on this journey. Chris
ReplyDeleteMarc, you are, and always have been, a friend and example to so many. It seems that despite this latest challenge you continue your example of faith and courage. You are in our prayers. May the Lord bless you and your family. Kevin and Sue Cowan.
ReplyDeleteA great idea, this blog. Marc has meant so much to so many of us and we are all interested in his progress. I will certainly check it often and will give Marc a call ftom time to time as well. Hang in there Brownie, I will see you in October.--Julio
ReplyDeleteOh my gosh...the bee! Yow! Glad he's doing well so far on the chemo and radiation. Prayers continue. Chris
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