Category Archives: Brain Tumor

Chapter 5 – Storms don’t stop for birthdays.

Posted on March 17, 2015 by gweldy

The National Weather Service predicts Christmas Eve precipitation from Missouri to Michigan, with rain turning into snow in some areas (2014).  Do you know what?  Storms don’t stop for Christmas…or birthdays. August 6, 2014.  It was a birthday I’ll never … Continue reading →

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Chapter 4 – We thought we were prepared.

Posted on March 9, 2015 by gweldy

Chapter 4 If you wait until the storm is upon you, you may be exposed to wind, hail, rain, lightning and maybe even flying debris as you go to the cellar.  Source The all-important brain biopsy happened the morning of … Continue reading →

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Chapter 3 – It was the beginning of a long storm.

Posted on March 2, 2015 by gweldy

…Tropical storms or hurricanes can last for days and days, as long they stay over open water. Hurricanes can often live for a long period of time—as much as two to three weeks. Source It became a whirlwind of doctors from … Continue reading →

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Chapter 2 – Fear in the Storm

Posted on February 22, 2015 by gweldy

What frightens you?  The sound of thunder can send a chill down to the very marrow of your bones, splitting asunder your usually calm exterior and leaving you trembling, afraid, and in need of flight. (from http://www.wikihow.com/Face-Your-Fear-of-Thunderstorms) I pondered our appointment with … Continue reading →

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