If you didn't already know, in March 2024, I went from living my normal 20-something life to waking up in the hospital after multiple seizures. An MRI revealed the reason no one ever expects to hear: a brain tumor — a grade 2 oligodendroglioma in my right frontal lobe.

Fast-forward to a craniotomy, recovery, and targeted therapy, and I’m now clinically stable, strong, and still here — living the life that research and treatment made possible.

Last year was my first Angels Among Us event as a patient. I showed up with a small but mighty team of 5 (me, mom and dad, my brother, and sister in love!). So many of my sweet friends and family donated — every single dollar truly made a difference.

I named my team “No Encore for Cancer” because:

- this tumor tried to take the stage

- and I shut the show down.

And this year, I’m not just walking — I signed up for the 5K. (Will I actually run? Probably only if a snake crosses the course. Otherwise you’ll see me power walking with dramatic flair!)

Here’s where you come in:

You can donate using my page here: https://www.supportdukehealth.org/.../AngelsAmongUs...

Every dollar goes directly to the Duke Brain Tumor Center, the place that is literally keeping me alive and thriving.

You can even join me on event day — the more bodies and noise, the better. [Power]walk with me, show up and yell really loud, or just bring a chair and enjoy the day!

The Preston Robert Tisch Brain Tumor Center at Duke isn’t just a research lab — it’s hope, it’s innovation, and it’s the reason patients like me get to plan futures instead of funerals. Your contribution helps fund groundbreaking therapies, clinical trials, and the science that’s turning “brain cancer” into a story of survival.

Whether you donate, join the team, or just send good vibes — thank you in advance.

Your support truly makes a difference, and I’m proof of that.

Brains, beats, and better days — let’s make them happen for every patient!