Unfortunately, 18 months ago, the couple were told that Kelly’s tumor had come back
The bride Kelly Warnell loved her movie-themed wedding day so much, she wished she could do it all over again. So she made a deal with her new husband, John, that every five years they would either divorce or renew their vows.
However, the deal took on new meaning when doctors discovered she had a brain tumor, which could “erase” her memories, as the “Mirror” writes.
The 43-year-old underwent a risky nine-hour operation where surgeons attempted to remove the tumour.
Kelly and John celebrated her… survival with a spectacular ceremony in Las Vegas.
As Kelly states, “I would marry John every day if I could, but that’s just not practical. The idea of renewal started out as fun, but after the tumor diagnosis I dedicated my life to creating as many memories as possible, for myself and my family.”
Kelly married John in June 2016. The couple were considering their next wedding when the 43-year-old got the news that would turn her life upside down. “After an examination, the doctors told me that I have a 4cm brain tumor. The chances of me surviving such a delicate operation were not great. There was also the possibility that I would be permanently disabled or lose my memory. I thought, “What if I can’t remember my wedding days?”
John reveals he was heartbroken when he was told his wife had a 50-50 chance of surviving the surgery. In September 2017, Kelly went into surgery.
As he typically says, “I was absolutely convinced that I wasn’t going to make it, so I had reconciled with the world and said goodbye to John and the children. When I came to, the relief I experienced was indescribable and most importantly, I hadn’t lost my memory.”
However, things were not easy. Kelly still had a long road to recovery, both physically and mentally.
“I had permanent visual damage in my right eye, which means some days I have to wear a cover. I also had to use a cane for 18 months. The thought of reaffirming my love with my husband was a great motivator as I gathered my strength and tried to come to terms with things. The doctors were honest and I knew there was a chance the tumor would come back,” Kelly adds.
And the memories are especially important… Sadly, 18 months ago, the couple were informed that Kelly’s tumor had returned. “At the moment he’s too young to cause a problem,” she says.
She concludes: “There is a chance it will stay that way, but if it does grow, I will face future operations with strength and positivity. I have many more memories to live with John and my family.
The couple is already thinking about their 10th anniversary ceremony in 2026.
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