Hello,
Thanks for visiting my site!
I am "Racing" (or walking slowly) for a Cure to help the 1 in 8 women who will get breast cancer, and to help find a cure so I can live as long as possible!
I was diagnosed with stage 3 breast cancer in the fall of 2021. I went through chemo, a mastectomy and radiation. The cancer returned 8 months later, and I now LIVE with metastatic breast cancer. My cancer is triple negative, which is not ideal. This means I will be on chemo likely my whole life, until there is a cure!
My cancer is now located heavily in my right lung, in my lymph nodes in my neck, some random small spots in different parts of my body, and recently it mutated and moved into my brain. I have finished full brain radiation, and I'm praying that its frying all 60 lesions in my brain.
My "new normal" now includes weekly blood draws, chemo pills, blood transfusions every 2-4 weeks (thank you O- doners!), and the occasional draining of fluid near my lungs. Its a lot to manage, but its now part of my daily life just like any other chronic disease.
I don't let my cancer define me. I am still me, who has so much to give to this world. I get through this journey by focusing on gratitude and finding the silver lining even in the worst situations. I know I am going through this journey for a reason, and its likely to help inspire others, help others who are going through cancer treatments by being transparent about my experiences and sharing the tips and tricks that I've learned. And I have an amazing support system that I know will respond to my call to raise funds for a cure. Because I need a cure, 1 in 8 women need a cure for this horrible disease.
I am grateful for any dollar you can contribute!
You are also welcome to join our team to help raise funds and walk with us on May 11th.
I am grateful every day for all of the people around us that help lift us up. I am truly blessed with an amazing support system!
Thank you for any support you can provide to our Race for a Cure team!
Team Captain
