Fall 2009: Jake and Nancy learned that Nancy's breast cancer was stage four. Winter 2013: They are still fighting. This is a gathering place to follow their story, offer support, love and prayers... to be by their side.



Tuesday, October 1, 2013

The latest

Dear family and friends, Nancy here again, thanks for continuing to check in.  As Jake posted on the last update, I finished cyberknife and am glad to have it in the rearview mirror.  I'll have a follow up brain scan in about 5 weeks to make sure all is well.  I also meet with Dr. Rinn this Friday to talk about my systemic therapy of Aromasin/Afinitor.  I'm sorta' anxious to have a scan to know if it is working, but will defer to her expert judgement.  I feel okay, mostly just tired.  I've had a little trouble with mouth sores, but they are getting better.  I've had a few mild headaches too, but nothing like the terrible headaches of the past few months.

We had a nice visit with my Aunt Nancy and Uncle Rich this past weekend (I completely forgot to take pictures), but it was great to see them.  My mom, who also has stage 4 breast cancer, goes for surgery on her ankle next week, so I'll be taking care of her for a change.  Fingers and toes crossed the surgery will go smoothly and she'll literally be back on her feet soon.

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