Help Mandii ease the stress of brain surgery

Hi everyone,

My name is Ashley and I'm here to tell you about my best friend, Mandii. Mandii, her husband Danny and her 2 year old son Dean could really use your help. 10 years ago Mandii was diagnosed with tuberous sclerosis and had to under go her first brain surgery. With the help of her husband, her dad, family and friends, she was able to power through and recover.

This past week Mandii got some difficult news. Her MRI showed the growth of a tumor left behind. And this time the surgery isn't as simple as it was last time. This tumor cannot be removed. They will have to shave down the tumor. Doing so will require a much longer hospital stay and recovery time all together. She may have memory loss, paralysis, depression and could possibly even be mute for some time after. She may require radiation to keep the tumor at a manageable size and quite possibly more surgeries in the future.

Mandii has been my best friend for the last 10+ years. Together we have moured the loss of loved ones and welcomed new life into our hearts. She is so quick to help anyone in need and always puts herself last so others can have. She would give you the shirt off her back and would do anything to make you smile. And honestly her main thought right now isn't about herself, but her young son Dean and how they will continue to manage through this time of uncertainty.

As much as Mandii is an amazing friend, she is an even better mother and wife. She really deserves all the happiness, love and support we can give right now.

I will update this page as much as I can as I receive news, but I will thank you all now for your help! You guys will make it possible to relieve some stress on this wonderful family during this difficult time in their lives.