DEEP DISH DETOUR / AN UNEXPECTED TRUE STORY
I ordered pizza.
I got brain surgery.
Not quite the delivery I was expecting.
It started as an ordinary Friday family pizza night. By Sunday, I was having brain surgery. Somewhere in between, I missed a few chapters of my own life.
WAIT — WHAT ACTUALLY HAPPENED?
The one-minute version
It started with an ordinary Friday family pizza night.
Then everything changed.
An ambulance. An ICU. Nearly two days of missing memories. And the astonishing realization that I needed emergency brain surgery – while awake.
I wouldn’t have believed it if someone else had told me. And that’s only a fraction of the story.
But the most remarkable parts weren’t confined to the emergency room or operating room. They involved extraordinary people who appeared when we needed them, a series of circumstances that seem almost impossible, and the overwhelming love surrounding our family.
What began as a medical emergency has become a much bigger story about life, faith, gratitude, and the things that matter most.
I’m still piecing it all together. And every piece makes me more grateful to be here. I’ll share more as I can.
FOR FRIENDS, FAMILY & COWORKERS
How I’m doing
If you came here to check on me, you’re in the right place. I’m recovering from surgery, navigating what comes next, and grateful for the astonishing love and support surrounding our family.
I’ll share occasional updates about recovery, treatment, and whatever comes next. The newest health updates will appear below.
Thank you for caring enough to stop by.
LATEST UPDATES
- November 1 — Pre-Treatment Field ReportAfter weeks of medication challenges and little sleep, I’m feeling more and more myself again. But this week starts the war! At least six weeks of… Read more: November 1 — Pre-Treatment Field Report
- October 29 — Where Things StandA serious diagnosis, a remarkable recovery, and plenty of reasons for gratitude. Here’s where things stand.
There’s more around the bend.
The Detour Journal
The surprising people, funny moments, faith, and reflections behind this unexpected detour.
New stories will appear here as they’re ready.
- The Friday That Almost Wasn’tLike every Friday, it was family pizza night. I finished work, exercised with my son, Sam, cleaned up the house, and got… Read more: The Friday That Almost Wasn’t
The Library
A growing collection of stories, ideas, and whatever else this unexpected journey inspires.
Check back as the collection grows.
And yes, there’s a song.
Because apparently going through brain surgery wasn’t quite unusual enough, there’s also a silly AI-created song involved. I’ll link it here once it’s ready to share.
More oddities, cartoons, and unexpected detours ahead.
Stay along for the ride.
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Deep Dish Detour · A surprising journey, still unfolding.
