Glenn’s cancer journey began when he was just 2 and a half years old. What started as fever and abdominal pain led to a devastating diagnosis: hepatoblastoma, a rare liver cancer. After undergoing liver resection surgery, his family hoped the worst was behind them, but cancer had other plans. Tumors quickly overtook what remained of his liver, and a transplant became his only option for survival. Thankfully, Glenn received his new liver, and today he is three years post-transplant and cancer-free.
But life after cancer still brings challenges. Glenn is now on lifelong immune suppression due to his transplant, and he also has hearing loss from chemotherapy. Blood thinners are a part of his daily routine, meaning contact sports and rough play are off-limits. His journey has included countless pokes, port accesses, infusions, procedures, surgeries, complications, and months living out of state for specialized care. His family has faced separation, uncertainty, and emotional exhaustion—but also incredible resilience and hope.
When asked how cancer changed their lives, his parents said it best: The real question is, how has it NOT changed us?
Despite everything, Glenn’s spirit shines bright. He’s hilarious, loves cracking (and hearing) jokes, and is endlessly curious. He thrives with building toys—LEGO, Magna-Tiles, and anything STEM-related. Most of all, he loves people. His laughter is infectious, and his courage is unforgettable.
Glenn is more than a survivor. He’s a builder, a jokester, a people-person, and a true light in this world.
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