Robbie had been dealing with painful migraines for weeks.
Like many people, he probably hoped they would eventually go away. But on February 22, a fall at his home led to an ambulance rushing him to hospital—and doctors soon discovered something far more serious.
Scans revealed that the 30-year-old father had a grade 4 glioblastoma, an aggressive type of brain tumor.
Doctors Found a Devastating Diagnosis
Robbie underwent brain surgery, and surgeons were able to remove around 96 percent of the tumor mass.
He is now undergoing maintenance chemotherapy while continuing to face the difficult reality of his diagnosis.
Glioblastoma can be extremely difficult to treat, and typical survival is often measured in months rather than many years. However, every person’s situation is different, and statistics cannot predict exactly how long an individual will live.
Despite everything he has been told, Robbie has refused to let the diagnosis take away his hope.
He has even returned to work on a phased basis and has retained his speech.
He Has One More Dream
Robbie and his fiancée, Lauren, have been together since meeting at a recruitment agency six years ago.
Together, they are raising their two young daughters, Piper, three, and 13-month-old Primrose. Robbie is also stepfather to 10-year-old Lyle.
Now, the couple are hoping to make one very special moment happen.
They want to get married.
With support from the charity Wedding Wish Makers, Robbie and Lauren are planning to tie the knot and celebrate their family together.
Lauren says Robbie refuses to give up.
“He keeps saying, he will accept the diagnosis but no one will dictate how long he has left.”
For a family facing such an uncertain future, their wedding represents much more than a ceremony.
It is a chance to celebrate their love, their children and the years they have already shared.
And while Robbie’s diagnosis has changed their lives, the family is choosing to focus on the time they have together—and on making every moment count.
Their story is a reminder that sometimes, even in the darkest moments, people can find a reason to keep hoping.