I anticipate a wonderful year full of love, good health, faith, friendship, and happiness in 2015

Its 2015 and I anticipate a wonderful year full of love, good health, faith, friendship, and happiness~
I look forward to growing, learning, and volunteering to help others and join with many selfless, amazing people to touch lives and ease fears of women on their journeys~ I trust that God gives me the ability to inspire them and exhume strength, hope, faith, and let their fears diminish as they too can beat breast cancer!


I have faced my mortality and beyond my grasp of comprehending "breast cancer doesn't happen to me" no family history, no gene mutation, I'm young, I'm healthy, it did. "Tag I was it" sadly I was 1 in 8 women that are diagnosed.
I sat and listened to my oncologist last week as I beat TNBC and have the mental security to know I'm cancer free say to my husband " Can you imagine how Heather felt having stage III cancer with five children?"
In the beginning until I had all the scans, facts,and percentages, I was scared briefly and then an inner peace completely blanketed me and God lifted me. My fight and resolve had never been stronger and although the road was bumpy I endured and prevailed.

As all journeys are individual after heavily weighing all facts, of the risks vs benefits and ending chemo I prayed all other decisions would not ever be as difficult.
Well even tho I am cancer free my ride will not come to an end for the next five years. The journey gets less taxing in three years as your risks for a recurrence in TNBC peaks at three years and then it drops greatly there after and you are considered cured in five. I will have blood test every two months, a scan yearly, and be closely monitored however I'm cured now as I'm cancer free.
Once again I have made a very difficult decision in the last phase of treatment to not have radiation daily with 33 treatments. I am a grey area and my team of physicians are split and have a difference of opinion. Now I was back to what I thought I would not be faced with again as I needed to make another very difficult decision. I asked myself how do I arrive at the correct one and take the best path in this journey to remain healthy. I pray and simply weigh all the risks vs the benefits and all percentages and I knew I had just simplified the decision process.

I have been ill often since ending chemo mid September and am told my immunity is compromised as its normal after chemo therapy. I'm told by my physicians it requires 6-12 months to rebuild my immune system. In my case with my young age and overall good health it should take around 6 months with proper diet,exercise and rest as they are the only means to rebuild a strong immune system.

Rob and I have talked to my team of all five physicians gathered their opinions all the facts, risks and odds and prayed. We arrived and are steadfast in our decision to not receive radiation.
With TNBC once you achieve a PCR "no cancer found" You are given an excellent prognosis upwards of 90-95% survival.
My grey area was on the original PET scan before I started treatment there was a very small area between my breast they called a couple of tiny hot spots they could not biopsy. Lets assume they where cancer then, admittedly the physicians who say its not been studied , call my risks based off an educated guess 15-20 %. I'm told by my radiologist that radiation takes the 15-20% down to around a 10%.
We know the large volume proven studies say in light of my PCR I am in the 95%. range.
Radiation will lower my immunity, permanently scar my lungs and change my skin, can cause lymphedema, heart damage (as chemo did) years later. Rarely but a second cancer can occur and all effects are permanent and will last my entire life. Unfortunately some have a  recurrence in-spite of completing radiation treatments.
It is important to know many TNBC patients who do not achieve a PCR still have a very good prognosis and do very well as studies show.

Three of my physicians feel in my individual case we made the correct decision to not endure radiation as the risk out weight my benefits.

2014 was the most difficult year I have ever endured physically, emotionally and financially.
However 2014 was filled with all 5 kids celebrating birthdays, our 16 year old obtaining a driver licence, our middle school er playing a great football season,dance lessons,strength, knowledge, new friends,love,family,laughter, pure miracles and complete blessings and my becoming cancer free.

I will be having my final reconstructive surgery the end of March and am excited to look like my old self again as it is a well earned consultation prize and hopefully my last surgery.

Now it is time to relish in my blessings, and pay it forward. To trust in God and know I will celebrate July 2017 my cancer free 3 year anniversary.
2015 is going to be an amazing year as I am determined to not worry about finances, new deductibles & copay's, or every test result, not to let any challenge interfere but to only make me stronger.To love and play with my family,and enjoy every sun rise and sun set. I will grab all positives everyday, make great achievements, and watch my children achieve many amazing, wonderful things in 2015.

God is great!

Please continue to send prayers that I remain healthy

 I pray for all the less fortunate

God Bless you and your family in this New Year


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ABC world news broadcast not all breast cancer patients require all chemo treatments prescribed!

It deeply pains me when I read other people portraying their experiences with cancer to be very negative, lacking christian mention and written to frighten people and mislead. They are commanding negative attention.

One reason I blog is to portray facts, percentages, guide others on their journeys and to do my best to cancel out the non factual, negative posts and other blogs that frighten people, and to assist people seeking knowledge or positive story's and out comes. This is Gods intent and his will for all of us to help others.

I want to quote an amazing woman that lost both her son and brother to cancer:
"When my son died, I made a promise that I would share the love of Christ through my pain. God has blessed me with wonderful ways to do just that.

It isn't always easy, the journey He gives us, but knowing you have a Heavenly Father that loves us, instills much strength." 

ABC world news just aired a segment on encouraging breast cancer patients to talk with their doctors on being treated as individuals and some not requiring all chemo treatments prescribed. ABC went on to say some patients are given a ten dose regimen and only required five treatments. In light of this broadcast I feel its time to give the details of my only receiving 31% of my chemo regimen and achieving a complete pathological response (no cancer) to other cancer patients. My hopes are that if they see shrinkage and the physicians are measuring tumors that are going away or cant be detected any longer that they to will be advocates for their own health. In patients that have an excellent response to chemo they need to question why they are enduring more.
I had to request an ultrasound to prove I have undetectable cancer. As they could no longer feel and palpitate my tumor, my physician did not mention or order an ultrasound. It is up to you as a patient to ask for one, as I did.

The most difficult decision I have ever made was to end chemo after five treatments as I knew I no longer had cancer. That decision was made after all the facts in my personal battle with TNBC where calculated, weighed and medical imaging showed no cancer after two treatments and Gods blessings. The health implications where far greater as chemo served it purpose and had no more benefits only significant health ricks.
After I arrived at my decision to end chemo treatments and to schedule my bilateral mastectomy, it was my past oncologist that made it miserable and almost impossible to be steadfast in moving forward and ending chemo.
I consider myself very strong emotionally, very capable, determined, knowledgeable, strong in faith, and once I arrive at a decision I never look back!
My past oncologist was absolutely determined that I was not ending chemo and I would sit weekly for a minimal of 8 to 12 more treatments. It was not relative to him that I had no more detectable cancer, that I was headed for a double mastectomy, that I had health implications, nor my desire and decision as an individual and human being to end chemo. All that mattered was his ego, his determination to follow general protocol and have me endure unnecessary chemo treatments.
He had a complete temper tantrum, told my husband and myself I was selfish, being a bad parent as I was risking re occurrence, death, and. was cheating my 5 children. As I sat there with heart problems, severe shortness of breath, I was anemic, had inability to be a mother, and lets not forget no detectable cancer it was not important to him. His answer was he has a pill for any symptom I had. He had no concern for any neuropathy, my organs, permanent heart damage and over all health all additional chemo was causing in spite of no detectable cancer. The ultimate act of his failing as a physician came when I asked that my port be removed as I was determined to end chemo as it was the absolute best decision I have ever made. He legally was required per my request to order the port removal, however the loop hole was he would not order the blood test required to have the port removed. The surgical facility and staff requested several times for the blood tests to be ordered and he told them no, in his opinion they where not necessary. A bully tactic to keep the port in and have me sit for additional chemo regardless of the facts or my decision to no longer receive additional chemo treatments. I maneuvered around him and had the blood test ordered from my family practice and inevitability had the port removed. I was told by my past oncologist that the port could be removed at the time of my mastectomy that was scheduled  two months later. There are health risks as the port sutures and a scar if fresh having a port removed at surgery time can rupture due to the reconstruction process and stretching of the skin. Not to mention blood clots and infection from the port remaining. It was best for me to have the port removed prior as my scar was healed at the time of surgery.
If your physician is not listening to you, not ordering tests to determine your progress, respecting your decisions or assisting in the correct decisions in your treatment you absolutely need to run to a new physician.
There are many wonderful oncologist that are  fair, deeply caring, and will listen and treat you as an individual. They can remove any unnecessary chemo treatments you may not need.
It is your responsibility for your own health to be an advocate, ask questions, request ultrasounds, know that you have the right to make the decisions along side your doctors for your own health treatments, and benefits.You to can very well be the patient ABC broadcast, and like myself  that your cancer is gone after 5 treatments and its unnecessary to endure more chemo. We are all unique and some require all chemo treatments prescribed. I'm simply reiterating that if you are making great progress and having shrinking tumors then please talk with your oncologist and investigate further.
It is very frightening I was told to sit for 12 additional treatments that I would be lucky to crawl out of, as the health implications where already taking a significant toll on me and I no longer had cancer.
The reason I am sharing  the details as to how difficult it was for me to end chemo is to help others as no patient should endure what I did and ultimately you deserve respect and an excellent physician. Cancer is difficult enough as every step we achieve and all decisions arrived are well earned, and should not be more taxing.

Please stand up, stand tall, ask questions, find your voice, read test results, trust in your feelings and judgement, talk in detail and have all explained, take initiative for your own journey and treatment path on your road to recovery!

I went from TNBC stage lllc in mid July and only four months later achieving a PCR with no cancer found.
I received only 5 of the 17 chemo treatments prescribed. Had a bilateral mastectomy , and on going reconstruction. I have an excellent, superior prognosis and with TNBC we are considered cured within 3-5 years.


My prayers are with you and your families this holiday season! Please know God carries us and gives us the perseverance to endure and prevail. Breast cancer is not a death sentence. It is very survivable and you too can prevail as I  and so many others have!


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Fearless is maintaining faith, hope and strength in knowing you have the ability to endure, be triumphant, and celebrate all life has to offer~

Fearless does not consist of bracing for what could potentially come next in life. Fearless is maintaining faith, hope and strength in knowing you have the ability to endure, be triumphant, and celebrate all life has to offer~

I personally have minimal tolerance for excuses. We all have trials and tribulations we must face and over come on our journeys in life. We are all individual and cope, sustain, battle, love, and portray our inner strength differently.
Life's circumstances arrive for us all and some at no fault of our own as others may be self inflicted. It is always our choice if we want to rise above it, do our best, perceive it to be a lesson learned, and want our circumstances to improve, or at least be able say I did my best. I believe if we all correlate and help one another we can conquer all and rise above anything.

I know a remarkable young woman whom had a less than ideal childhood as both parents where addicts. This selfless, loving young lady went on to "rise above her circumstances" achieve a masters degree with a well earned and deserved full academic scholarship, No excuses~

I have a woman I am praying for and doing my best to diligently help as she is not taking physicians advice and having a bilateral mastectomy, as cancer has re occurred three times in her breast as she continues to elect for a lumpectomy. As I tell her you are a single mother and the mental aspect of being partial to your breast that are adamantly trying to take your life needs to be lost and a new perspective gained. So we pray.

I was speaking with a woman who has no health insurance and has a large lump in her breast that is continuing to grow. She is scared and is not willing to seek a diagnosis. I sat with her and explained I had a 90% chance at death if I had not received treatment and I now have an excellent prognosis and a full life ahead after I completed treatment. We discussed it may be a simple cyst and no need to worry. I gave her a list to free health clinics that can help her and also Pretty in Pink and 1 in 9 breast cancer charities that can assist her in treatment bills, and many faucets in care. I will call her and follow up to assist in getting her medical care.
I met a woman, her husband wanted her to fight the battle as her small town oncologist gave her a chemo cocktail to which her cancer would not respond, as he told her he was out of ideas. This remarkable woman quit and decided to go home and not pursue other physicians opinions and knowledge. I convinced her to go to seek other oncologist that have a different, fresh perspective and can treat her, and try other medications that can work for her. She is now getting additional treatments.
I personally know stage IV extraordinary women whom are living full lives and watching there children grow. They are currently taking medication and are doing remarkably well.
I have the privilege of meeting so many survivors, fighters and all that reach out to help so many including all the help and encouragement I  receive.
All the prayers and all the greatness of so many angels among us inspire me daily.

As I deliberate my next coarse in treatment I feel so blessed to be cancer free. I have a determination to help all I can to my best ability as many have done for me.

The holiday season is a pure joy this year as we are enjoying the kids. I find myself not weighed down with any of the "small stuff". I am taking complete advantage of the miracles and blessings I have received. My perspective is forever changed as this is another blessing.

I pray I can continue to reach others and help to the full existent of my ability~

God is good to us all~

I will update my treatment decision once I sit down with my oncologist in a few weeks. God has helped me arrive at all decisions that has led to be healthy and cancer free. I am at complete peace as I know he will continue to guide me.

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I am feeling remarkably well only two weeks after my bilateral mastectomy and health is restored~

Jeremiah 29:11. 
11 For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.

Once again when you want to hear God laugh "Tell him your plans"

I am feeling remarkably well only two weeks after my bilateral mastectomy. I am acclimating to my expanders and chest muscle stretching. I have no pain and no discomfort. I am healing quickly and enjoying the holidays with the kids cancer free. My health is restored, energy and stamina has returned  to full strength with only few lifting restrictions. 


After achieving a PCR (no residual cancer) my prognosis is excellent and superior as all expect me to be considered completely cured in 3 years.

Here is where I once again have arrived at a fork in the coarse in my final treatment plan. God has always supplied my answers as I know he will do so again as I am collecting facts before making a decision.

My radiologist told us we did not need the original 33 radiation treatments as originally thought due to my PCR no cancer I required no radiation. 
I then received a call from him yesterday and was told due to my original PET scan before I started chemo he changed his mind and said he wants me to receive radiation. However he wants me to speak with my oncologist and let him be my deciding factor.

Here are the facts~ I am healed and cancer free with an excellent prognosis~
I am healthy~
Radiation can cause lymphedema (swelling that is permanent)
Radiation effects last a life time~
Radiation will scar my bottom and top lungs~
Radiation causes shortness of breath and extreme fatigue~
Radiation will make my ribs fragile~
All tho rare can cause a second cancer~
It can effect the heart~
It scars and leads to reconstruction failure~

The few studies conducted on the achievement of PCR are a complete 50/50 split~ Half oncologist and radiation physicians say have it and the other half say completely unnecessary do not.

Do I benefit or does the risk out weigh the benefit?
Do I compromise my good health and healing heart?

I will sit down with my oncologist in a few weeks and weigh the percentages and have my questions answered. I have faith and no doubt God will then guide me to the correct decision. 
If I decide to have the treatment I also have faith I will have minimal to no side effects and do very well.

I sit here remarkably healthy, cancer free, enjoying my family and the holidays full of happiness and grateful for my wonderful blessed life! 

I trust all questions will be answered.  I will turn in the direction God's will takes me and all will work out perfectly!

I hope you all had a wonderful Thanksgiving and enjoyed family.

God Bless! Please keep praying as we all know prays are answered~

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When I reflect on this year as the holidays are here and a little brighter, I praise God as I am cancer free and healthy as its a pure gift! I beat TNBC

When I reflect on this year as the holidays are here and we are celebrating, I am completely appreciative and relish in the miracles I have been bestowed.

Its nothing short of miraculous  for me to really grasp how far physically, and the health crisis I have over come is such a short time. To say its been a whirlwind is not effective in describing my experiences with TNBC.

I sit and reiterate as its beyond grasp

I was on vacation over July 4th enjoying my family and children feeling remarkably healthy to arrive home, scratch my ribs in the middle of the night only to graze a large tumor. I sat straight up, slapped my husbands arm and said "wake up and feel this". The next day I was visiting an OB/GYN whom examined me and said "this is a cyst and will be benign", however its time for your annual mammogram so we will have it ordered.

That Friday I walked in with a complete false sense of security and alone as in her opinion by feel it was benign. I endured three mammograms that day as I had a large tumor you could palpitate but dangerously did not show on any mammogram. Lesson number 1 of the next million to come.
I was then given an ultrasound and upon completion the radiologist walked in and said I am now doing a biopsy.
At this point my mind was spinning, however I still had hope and thought for certain the biopsy would show all benign and false scare. As the radiologist injected very small titanium ribbons and said " they are for the surgeon" I knew then what she could see and I did not need to wait for lab results on Monday.

When we where given the results, all we where told is its breast cancer and you need to see a surgeon. Shamefully I knew nothing about breast cancer and this new world I was entering.

When I sat down with my surgeon she said you have triple negative breast cancer and are only among 15% of all breast cancers. Its rare, its very aggressive, and surgery will come late in the treatment process as I need you to go to an oncologist and receive chemo as the first part of your long road of treatments.

I was then given a PET scan, heart mugga, MRI, breast MRI, brain scan, a surgical port placed  and countless blood test to be granted the all clear to begin chemo treatments. My treatment coarse was laid out and consisted on 4 AC very taxing chemo treatments then 12 weekly chemo treatments of different drugs.

As we all know I had a complete clinical response after only 2 treatments and upon ultrasound no cancer detected. I completed 35% of my chemo treatments and was an advocate for my own health,  Due to no cancer found, the heart and health issues initiated by chemo the bad now out weighed the good as God cured me and chemo would end. I was not going to endure the toxic effects because I was simply protocol and categorized. We are all unique as are all responses to treatment and we are in desperate need of individual treatment plans. We also need to have those plans adjusted according to treatment response.

I had a bilateral mastectomy one week ago, as it was the best health decision I've ever made. I woke up with a complete pathological response and no cancer or residual cancer found. This has now catapulted my prognosis from good to excellence. Its important to know many survive breast cancer!

The exspanders are a perplexing strange feelings I acclimate and adjust to daily as they remain approximately 1 year and I have several fluid (stretching of the muscle) over the holidays. Once that occurs I will have radiation (the easy part) 5 days a week for 6 weeks.


I will be monitored every few months for the next 3 years but in light of achieving a CPR (no cancer) I have the luxury of no worry every test result awaited.

The crippling financial medical bills, copay's and deductibles, cant and wont come close to minimizing my miracles! As God will provide and I have faith.

I do not worry as life is priceless and the holidays are brighter this year!

I sit here one week out of my major surgery requiring no pain medication, feeling energetic with minimal discomfort.

My daughters who patiently waited for dance classes while mom was sick and receiving treatment, where able to attend their 1st class this morning! As I will dance in the isle at their recital in June. As their mom is determined to celebrate every day and never forget the great achievements and miracles as how wonderful God is.

I will return to normalcy, put my house back in order and help my children chase their dreams. We will play as a family, love, laugh, never take for granted, help all we meet, thank God as the glory is his.

It is amazing to consider I was TNBC stage lllC mid July and in 4 short months am cancer free!

As God has cured me I will now help others and try my best to proceed on his path and fulfill what his will and vision is for me.

We plan of visiting Boone NC at Christmas and taking the kids tubing. Having Thanksgiving at home as my healing continues, as I find myself overly excited about putting up our tree and listening to the kids play.

I will dance at my children's weddings, and cry at their graduations. I will hold their hands and cheer at their games as life is such a rewarding blessing, as I have been given more than I could ever ask. A pure gift!

Patience is not my strong suite but funny the many lessons learned I appreciate and benefit from acquiring a little more lately.

The amazing people, friends, strangers who have become friends, family and church family have pulled me through given me strength and courage and always remind me of how wonderful life is.

The prayers have been answered and I look forward to many fun journeys next year. I look to great achievements accomplished, and many more silver linings to shine.

God Bless and Happy Thanksgiving as I hope your tables are full of food, family ,love,  fellowship,and Gods blessings!


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With all the prayers that rattled heaven you have help enable me to WIN THIS WAR ON BREAST CANCER AS WE HAVE DEFEATED IT!

I have never believed in a mere coincidence as instances happen for a reason~

I was not given a preference between hospitals as its simply who has OR time and can accommodate both of my surgeons schedules.

I was so blessed to have my bilateral mastectomy at Rex as not only did I receive excellent care, the medical staff go above and beyond and are very special angels among us.

My next phase in this  journey started last Friday as I had my pre-op at Rex and had the privilege to sit down with one of the most brilliant anesthesiologist I have ever met. I had general anesthesia seven years prior and was only under twenty minutes. I had a severe allergic reaction that lasted two days.
This surgery took four and a half hours and my anesthesiologist administered "opioid sparring non narcotic anesthesia" and has only been done in about 3-5% of most patients.
I did excellent, as I woke up fully awake (no hang over effect or nausea) and was in my complete frame of mind , a pure relief and blessing.

Thursday we arrived at 10 am and I had my dye injected behind my nipple around 1 pm. This procedure is only a very quick (few seconds) sting and is over. My surgeon whom I'm eternally grateful did not remove my sentinel lymph node and do a dissection at all. This is due to her excellent knowledge and skill. A small area was sent to pathology while I was under and they where able to see 5 lymph nodes ALL CLEAR NO CANCER~
So she spared me any further, as God is great and yet another miracle rushed into that OR as my prognoses is excellent and God has healed me.
My reconstruction surgeon is remarkable as well and has started what will take a year, as I have faith the end result will be good as he is what I consider the best in reconstruction.

My surgery was due to start at 2:30 and much later Rob and my Mother where given an update as to they where just finishing on one side and now moving to the other. Rob did the math and that doubt crept in as he felt this may indicate many lymph nodes removed and cancer found. My mother said she felt the connection and knew there was no cancer and surgery simply was taking a long time and may not of started on time.
I would not of traded them as it was far easier to be asleep than to sit and wait. I am told my surgeon walked out looked at them and "high five" them and said no caner found and all clear!

When I woke up and was in recovery around 9 pm there was no room available, we where fully aware speaking to the nurses what a full miracle and all the blessings I have been given. Its simply remarkable and Gods grace as I went from triple negative stage lllc mid July to 4 months later cancer free!

When we where taken to my room late we had many visits from nurses telling us this is why they chose nursing and medicine for the silver linings and healing cases like me.

I woke up and truly felt like I hit the lottery and that my cheer section, all the prayers that where sent up where answered!

I was sent home and currently have tubes attached to plastic shaped containers the size of your palms on each side of my body. I have what looks like a corset that remains on and is wrapped around my breast and ribs. I am maintaining   the pain as its a very small price to pay and only lasts a short time. My tubes are expected to be removed Tuesday as everyday I am healing. I have plenty of feeling and sensation on my skin.

The hardest part of this journey is now behind me as not only did I concur chemo, now major surgery all I must do is heal and sail through radiation as I'm told is the easiest part of treatment.

Its the best gift to be able to say "I'm cancer free and no longer have breast cancer"

With all the prayers that rattled heaven you have not only helped carry me through this ordeal you have also enabled me to WIN THIS WAR ON BREAST CANCER AS WE HAVE DEFEATED IT!

My treatments with radiation and more surgery will last into late next year, however are truly far less taxing and easier as the difficult parts of treatment are over.

My parents are here as I could not heal without them. Between my Dad and Mom taking care of the kids and Robs endless laundry to the hugs and their emotional wisdom I'm a very blessed lady.

My words of gratitude are not enough as I'm truly blessed, humbled, and so fortunate to have you praying for me you have helped assist in my children having a healthy mother. God Bless you all from the bottom of our hearts!

Know I will heal everyday and get stronger, I can drive in 2 weeks and lift Maxson in 4. My support team are filling in great as my kids are getting plenty of hugs.

The holidays this year are cause for celebration and I will forever have my perspective changed in life and only see all the silver linings~

I will pay it forward and have big plans and ideas how to help others as I will always remember all that have helped me!

Know your mental strength is half the battle and faith will carry you if life's challenges and you to will prevail~

God Bless

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When breast cancer knocked on my door with its "A game" I truly believe not only was it ill equipped it had not done any research on its opponent.

When breast cancer knocked on my door with its "A game" I truly believe not only was it ill equipped  it had not done any research on its opponent.

I have many say to me "I cant do it" or I would of just quit and thrown in the towel.

Here is what I say, Absolutely not, as when you are faced with any adversity in life your inner strength and fight bubbles to the surface and I believe you would be surprised how strong you really are!

We all have our strengths and weakness and for some it takes a challenge to bring out their strength. Just because you may not of needed to use it does not mean its not there and doesn't exist.

I have had a fight and resolve my entire life, as I have faced death my third time now. Not only am I here for a purpose I'm determined to not take a moment for granted and to help others as God intends for us to do.

I have a full complete support system as "team Fox" is a state of the art very efficient machine as we have had years in the making to perfect. I'm profoundly proud of my husband and children! When you add family, church family, friends and God its full proof.

When people ask me why I'm choosing a double mastectomy in light of no evidence of cancer its very simple.
I have been a rule bender my entire life and always up for the gamble if I thought the odds where in my favor. This is the first time I have ever not been willing to play the odds in spite of them in my favor. I wont gamble with something I'm not willing or prepared to lose, so the decision was a very easy one to make.

I will be meeting my radiologist Friday and then the hospital for all my pre-op admittance test. Surreal as my surgery is next Thursday November 13th the day after my father and sons 16th birthday. The anticipation is not fear, its only my wanting it to be over so my healing with Godspeed can start. I am ready to enjoy the holidays and pick up my toddler again.

I am told no driving for two weeks and no picking up my kids for four weeks. My parents are coming for a long visit as I'm very blessed! They will be a great help with sustaining normalcy and add lots of hugs and love to the kids while I heal.

As for my treatment it requires stamina as it is a process, however I have already accomplished great achievements with Gods grace.

I will start radiation in January for six straight weeks at five days a week and have two additional surgery's late next year. I will be closely monitored for the next 3 years and have complete faith I will be considered cured in five years! I'm am completely steadfast in my resolve to be a survivor, live a long life and share Gods blessings!

Please pray for my pathological report to come back clear and no evidence of cancer hiding in my lymph nodes! Please know many women have twenty plus lymph nodes removed due to microscopic cells detected and are twenty plus year survivors too! This is the entire point of the surgery to look and remove any lingering cells. Please also pray for my swift recovery.

I will report and update after surgery as it takes several days for the path report to come it.

God bless

Prayers are working!!

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