Chapter 2 The Journey Continues

Chapter 2...hmm, I never planned on a Chapter 2.  Actually, I wasn't certain I would ever add another post to this blog.  While the memories had many silver linings, there was enough painfulness that I preferred to forget.  
But I have returned and so the story goes... 
I had this annoying neck pain that would not allow me to sleep on my side. That is my happy way to sleep, so as you can imagine, I was not sleeping well.  Pain coming down the sides of my neck into my collarbones.  I tried everything I could think of...one pillow, two pillows, new pillows, heat, neck massage, but nothing helped.  So when I called my oncologist to get her opinion on what I should do, I was surprised to hear her say a bone scan.  Well one scan led to another until it was determined I needed a bone biopsy of a lytic lesion on my manubrium, which is the top portion of the sternum. 
I am sad to report that they determined it to be breast cancer, the same type as I had before...Estrogen and HER2 receptor positive.  I do not know many other details at this point.  I go to my oncologist and begin treatments on Wednesday.  Update to come. 
We are keeping it real and positive here.  I have am blessed with wonderful and supportive family, friends, and community.  I have five amazing kids and husband who will keep me occupied and laughing.

Please keep us in your prayers as we take on Round 2!  

Stupid Cancer