I was diagnosed with metastatic breast cancer on March 3, 2023. What started out as what I thought was an injured hip, it turned out to be much more. Had I not tripped over our new cat in late November 2022; it would have taken longer to be diagnosed. I had done all the things you are supposed to do to detect breast cancer, I had a mammogram with 3D rendering, I had my annual well woman physical with an exam, plus a third physical exam as late as October. Nothing caught it. Speak up, you are your best advocate when it comes to your health.

Metastatic cancer of any kind is a forever thing. There is no cure, but there is treatment that can help you live a full “new normal” life.

Although toug, I have decided to stay positive on. I like to focus on the saying that continues to give me strength: Face the Storm.

I ask each and every one of you to get checked early and often. Talk to your medical provider about screening today.

Donate a few different ways:

www.nationalbreastcancerfoundation.org‍ ‍

www.komen.org

or click below. All donations will go to cancer research alternating between National Breast Cancer Foundation and Susan G. Komen

With my sincerest gratitude, thank you.

Jenni