Between Two Lungs

Good Morning Everyone !!

I wanted to update today because I feel like a lot has happened very quickly.
The most important thing at this point is to let you know how much the fundraising effort has turned out so far.

In less than a week you all have donated close to $1,400. I cannot believe this and have no way of showing anything but gratitude through words and continued thanks to each and every one of you. THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU.

On to Mom. She went to the oncologist yesterday and got some tough news. I won't get into too much of it right now, because I have to wrap my head around what is happening, but mom has a long road ahead of her. They found that she is positive for HER2 Breast Cancer. Here is a little bit about what that means:


"What is HER2?

HER2+ Breast Cancer
Studies show that approximately 25% of breast cancer patients have tumors that are HER2+. HER2 stands for Human Epidermal growth factor Receptor 2. It is very important to find out your cancer's HER2 status. This is because HER2+ tumors tend to grow and spread more quickly than tumors that are not HER2+. In addition, the treatment of HER2+ breast cancer is different than the treatment of breast cancer that is not HER2+. "


So basically the tumor was found to be aggressive, therefore mom has to undergo very aggressive treatment.

More on that later I guess, but i know that with my support and your support Nanette will take each day step by step and look forward to beating the shit out of this horrible horrible invader !!!!

Lastly - a partial quote from Laura today that made me Laugh Out Loud and smile a whole bunch !!!!
"
Good luck with the Marathon…that is going to be a big accomplishment and very rewarding…you and your Mama sound like you are both “Strong like Bull”! Both of you will kick ass. I am sure your Mama is very proud of you! WE love you! "

Thanks Laura, and thank you everyone !!!