Last Halloween, little Chase was just five years old — dressed as Iron Man, smiling, running from house to house like any other child. But his parents noticed something was off. A slight change in his balance… a moment of confusion… a look in his eyes that made their hearts sink.
Within days, their fear became reality — doctors discovered a massive brain tumor pressing on his brainstem. In less than 48 hours, their son went from trick-or-treating to emergency surgery, fighting for his life.
The journey that followed was long and brutal:
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ICU stays filled with worry and sleepless nights,
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Relearning to walk and swallow,
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Starting chemotherapy, one round after another.
But through it all, Chase showed unbelievable courage. Step by step, he fought his way forward — proving that heroes don’t just wear costumes… some fight with IV lines, hospital wristbands, and incredible strength.
For his mom, coping meant running. What started as a way to clear her mind turned into something deeper — she began training for a marathon, pushing her body the way her son pushed his. Her message was clear:
“If Chase can fight this hard… I can too.”
Together, they are living proof that even in the darkest times, resilience shines. Their story is not just about illness — it’s about love, courage, and the power of never giving up.
🏃♀️❤️ Chase may have worn an Iron Man costume… but in real life, he became something even stronger.
A true hero.