The standout tight end for the Kansas City Chiefs, Travis Kelce, was in a panic. His brother Jason Kelce had just called to let him know that his mother, Donna Kelce, had been taken to the hospital.
A source of love and support for the Kelce family, Donna was undergoing emergency surgery due to extreme stomach pain.
Travis hurried to the hospital to be by his mother’s side right away, dropping everything, even the team’s strategy for the forthcoming Texans game.
His brother Jason, a center for the Philadelphia Eagles, and other family members were among the many anxious faces he saw as he arrived.
When Travis saw his mother lying in the hospital bed with antiseptic medical equipment and beeping machines all around her, his heart fell.
The Kelce family’s love and support for one another, however, was evident despite the uncertainty and dread.
Holding his mother’s hand, Travis remarked, “We’re all here for you, Mom.”
With passion choking his voice, Jason said, “We love you.”
The family reminded one another of the fortitude and resiliency that had always characterized their family as they laughed, reminisced, and exchanged stories while they eagerly awaited word from the surgery team.
After what felt like a lifetime, the surgeon finally came out with a positive update: Donna was on the road to recovery and her operation had gone well.
The Kelce family embraced one another closely as they celebrated this minor but important win, breaking down in emotions of happiness, relief, and thankfulness.
As they exchanged glances, Travis and Jason realized that their mother’s health scare had served as a reminder of the importance of family, love, and support in life.
And they knew that they would tackle any obstacles together as they walked out of the hospital with their mother on their sides.
