Stories about engagements and weddings are usually sweet with no sorrow, but today’s wedding story doesn’t fit the usual mold. Trisha + Jim’s wedding took place in May and began as any wedding day does. However, before the ceremony, Trisha started to feel sick. She made it through the ceremony, but she had to be taken to the hospital soon after.

The day after the wedding, Trisha found out that she had a small tumor on her brain. She had surgery and the outlook was good. Unfortunately, though, Trisha still has not recovered, and the prognosis is not as optimistic as it once was.

Jim and Trisha’s family and friends have joined with the Southeastern Brain Tumor Race for Research and could use your support. Their goal is to raise money and awareness for brain tumor patients and their families. You can visit the Team Trisha page to learn more and to donate.

I cannot imagine discovering this life-changing news the day after your wedding. Our hearts go out to Trisha and Jim and their families. Please pass this story along to any others who can help. Thanks to Jamie Howell for filling me on this story. My heart just breaks for them. Here are their engagement photos from Jamie.

Please visit the Team Trisha page to support this couple and their mission to bring awareness to brain tumors.