by Laura
My son, Michael, was diagnosed at age 13 with an astrocytoma (brain tumor). He suddenly got ill on June 12, 2004. His tumor ruptured while he slept. We didn't even know he had a tumor. After calling 911 and having Michael rushed to the hospital, he had emergency brain surgery. After the surgery he had a stroke. Michael had to learn to speak, eat and walk again. Michael graduated from high school on June 12, 2009, exactly 5 years later. Although he continues to walk with a walker and is now 21 years old, drives and will graduate from Rhode Island College in May of 2012. Michael has now been accepted to Roger Williams University of Law and will begin a new journey in his life. Michael is a very inspiring young man and has already helped others. He speaks at various non-profit organization events to continue to get his word out of inspiration and awareness. To learn more, please visit: www.michaelsjourney.net
