Toby is the best older brother anyone could ask for—always positive, funny, and quick to share a smile. Last week, Toby woke up with a headache that quickly became unbearable, and his vision started to fade. My sister-in-law rushed him to the emergency room in Covington, where doctors discovered a mass behind the bridge of his nose. With more scans at the University of Washington hospital, the neuro team realized the tumor was pressing on his optic nerves and threatening his eyesight. Toby underwent surgery to remove the mass attached to his pituitary gland, and thanks to the skilled team, his sight was saved. The procedure was complex, involving entry through his nose and sinus cavity, and even required some fatty tissue from his stomach for packing. Despite everything, Toby was cracking jokes soon after waking from anesthesia, showing his trademark resilience and humor. The prognosis is good—most of these tumors are benign—but Toby will need ongoing prescriptions to regulate his adrenals and strict follow-up care. He was released from the hospital on Sunday and is now home, directed to rest and maintain a strict liquid intake for upcoming tests. Toby won’t be able to work for an extended period, and while he’s applied for FMLA, it won’t cover all his needs. Like many, we live paycheck to paycheck, and a medical emergency can quickly become overwhelming. The funds raised will help Toby cover his medical deductible, copays, and household bills while he recovers. If you’ve been graced by Toby’s humor, love, enthusiasm, or committed friendship, please consider contributing to support him through this chapter. Your help means the world to our family.