In May 2007 a tennis-ball sized mass was found in my right breast after CT scan to evaluate fluid on the lung. June 2007 a diagnosis of Stage IV metastatic breast cancer was made. July 2007 treatments began after entering a clinical trial. August 2008 I was taken out of the study, but am being monitored, and Tamoxifen was started. As of last week, I am now stable for the past nine months. No new growth even though the cancer remains active; however, after having approximately 14 sites involved and the great news of stable...my husband even has that glow of happy back on his face. I have the worlds most wonderful oncologist and his staff as my partners in medical treatment. I am a very blessed and thankful person and determined to "Fight Like a Girl"!

Cynthia Groff
Garner, NC