2014 has been an incredible year for the Glenz Family. We've witnessed the power of prayer and Dad's unbelievable determination to BTHO Brain Cancer, and we welcomed a little boy to our family- Luke James Lechler.
Let's start with our new little one, which means a new title for me- AUNT! Luke James Lechler was due on 1/10/2015, although he didn't want any of us to wait to meet him, so on 12/22/2014, we received a wonderful early Christmas gift. Our hearts are so full for this little boy! He was 5 lbs, 12 ounces and 19 1/2 inches long- perfect! Mom, Dad and baby are all home and doing great!
And Dad. I can't even begin to describe all of the emotions we've experienced this past year. We've had days filled with laughter and praise, and also days filled with sadness and fear. Our journey has been so far from easy, although the ride has been pretty darn incredible. As 2014 turned out to be one of the most difficult years for myself and my family, I can't help but look back and think of it as one of the best years of my life.
Through the pain and tears, I've learned a lot about myself, my family and our friends. I've learned that throughout the bad times, I've managed to find the good- I've learned that I'm stronger than I ever imagined I would have to be- and I've learned that sometimes you need a little bit of coffee and a whole lotta Jesus to get through some days. And my family, words can't even begin to describe how proud I am of my family, especially Mom and Dad. They have stood by one another throughout it all, and they continue to lean on one another for love and support. And finally, our friends. Friends who have brought us meals when Dad was going through treatment, friends who have supported us during our efforts to bring awareness and funding to brain cancer research, and friends who have listened in moments when we just needed to talk. I thank you all for helping us battle through this last year.
And so, I look forward towards 2015 and wonder what amazing things God has in store for my life, along with my family's life. We continue with treatments and MRIs, and we continue to find the blessings in each day. We've learned how to relate to so many others battling cancer, and we've learned what an amazing support system we have in others who know our fight.
We never know what the future holds, but I'm so blessed I've been able to follow this journey surrounded by so many people who love and care for me, along with my family.
Dad had another MRI Monday, and Tuesday we received the wonderful news that the MRI was stable! There have been no significant changes to the MRI, and we are thrilled! Another round of chemo started this week, and we continue to pray for the treatments to continue working. Please keep praying, as we keep fighting to BTHO Brain Cancer!
Wishing everyone a blessed 2015!
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