Welcome to our CaringBridge website. A few weeks ago I was diagnosed with invasive ductal carcinoma, fancy word for breast cancer. &nbsp;I won't lie, this was very difficult. &nbsp;We had just lost Scott's Dad, and we were raw with emotion. &nbsp;Because of this, I tried to keep things to myself, only sharing with a few friends and family members, but my kids quickly figured out that something was up. &nbsp;After we told our kids, I felt SO MUCH better. &nbsp;The diagnosis wasn't as scary when I could share it with someone, which is partly why I have decided to open an account on CaringBridge. &nbsp;I have also learned that sharing with family and friends can be emotionally exhausting. &nbsp;While everyone has been amazingly supportive and concerned, I think that updating on CaringBridge will be a great way to communicate and keep people up to date (while saving a bit of energy). &nbsp;MANY, MANY women have already taken this journey and are thriving today. &nbsp;I will be one of those women. &nbsp;God has already put angels in my path to hold my hand during a painful biopsy, offer a shoulder to cry on when I finally understood that this was happening, and to lead me to an excellent surgeon that shares my motto that being a mom is the our #1 job. &nbsp;My biggest need right now is for prayer-prayer that I will make the right decision regarding the best surgery for me. &nbsp;I will go for additional testing on Friday to help me make a well-informed decision. &nbsp;Also, if you have not gotten your mammogram, &nbsp;DO IT, DO IT right now! &nbsp;Love-Andrea<br>Isaiah 40:31

Andrea Clodfelter

Update: My Story – by Andrea Clodfelter