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My puppy wearing her Cancer Symbol necklaces. 
On October 17th, 2013 , at the age of 38, I was diagnosed with Stage 4 Breast Cancer. I will make a very long story rather short. While showering one evening, I found a large 'mass" on my right breast and contacted my GYN the next morning. I was seen by her and immediately was scheduled for a mammogram. After many tests, biopsies and scans. I was diagnoses with Metastatic (Stage 4 ) Breast cancer. I had a tumor in the right breast, cancer in my lymph nodes, cancer in my left breast which spread to my liver and spine. I had to undergo chemo, surgery, radiation (twice) and now I am waiting for another PET scan in November of the year, to see if I am a survivor. I call myself a "fighter" because I am not done with this battle. Even though my diagnosis is severe, I am not afraid. I know that God will heal me and so far He has. I want to share my story, to let other women, like me, know that no matter what the doctors tell them, God has the final word. I am confidant that come next month, I will be cancer free. This has been a very long, tough year for my husband and my children, but in the end, if my story can help just one person, then it's worth it to me. My family started a facebook page for people to follow my story called "Infinite Hope for Sandra". Anyone can "like" the page and follow along. I want to get out there and do what I can to help in anyway, if you have suggestions, I am happy to hear them. Thank you for taking the time to read/post this. Sandra Frank (BC Fighter/Survivor (My picture below are the stages I went through. Before Cancer, before chemo, during chemo and after chemo) 
My sister, Cynthia Zemon, has had (and beaten) breast cancer FOUR times! Her story is a long one and you won't believe her most recent battle against cancer! 
Dar was given 1 year to live but fought for 8 years and passed Apr 26 2006 - 2 days before she turned 51. She never said why me - just lived her life to the fullest. 
Breast Cancer Awareness Month
It is a delicate symbol with a powerful message.
October is ‘Breast Cancer Awareness’ month and we want to spread a message of support to viewers across Northeast Ohio.
Our own Stacey Frey shared her story of inspiration and survival, after being diagnosed with breast cancer nearly two years ago.
We want to pay tribute to those battling the illness, those who lost their courageous fight to breast cancer and to survivors who have overcome the deadly disease.
You can submit your picture below.
Be sure to watch FOX 8 News in the Morning all month for Stacey Frey’s special reports on breast cancer. From the new technology being used to detect the disease to what every woman should know about being proactive for their own health.
