Diagnosis part: 19:00

Stay hopeful. I’m in year 12 of Stage 4. Breast Cancer spread to my bones. Ignore anyone that isn’t supportive or hopeful.

A friend of mine has had spinal metastases for 15 years. She is still well. Stay strong.

I have had cancer twice and I’m disgusted with anyone who leave’s negative comments. Shame on you!!! Do you have any idea the strength it takes to go through surgery, tests, scans and just the waiting to find things out. I hope the best for you. Please don’t listen to the negative comments as the people who leave those are mentally unstable. ❤🙏🏻

❤❤❤. 2 time breast cancer survivor.1st cancer 1996. Second 2007. Still here. ❤❤❤.

I've gone through almost the same thing. Cancer in 2021, NED after treatment. End of last year, my neck started to hurt. Like you, I thought nothing off it and tried to ignore it. Then had physical therapy until the pain got so unbearable that I had an MRI and it showed a fracture in my T1 vertebrae. I had surgery two days later followed by 22 rounds of radiation and a shot of xgeva every four weeks. Today, 3 months later, I'm back working, mowing the lawn, riding my bike and walking my dog. You got this!

As a breast cancer survivor, I can say that the ignorance of anyone telling you that you did something wrong……is mind blowing. It just has absolutely nothing to do with any of the nonsense you were told. Follow the guidance of your medical care team, those you trust and those who love you. Above all, do not pay ANY attention to negative comments.

To EVERYONE....I PRAY FROM THE CORE OF MY HEART for you and all to recover from this disease and Allah bless you with health and kind heart. Amen

Hi Samantha, my channel is a cancer journey too, and I get the anti-sugar brigade in my comments too. I also get the fasting and keto crew too. So I really feel for you. I know exactly what you are talking about. Be strong. Have sugar or not. Keto or not. Fast or not. Whatever you choose, I support you. Best of luck, and best wishes. Ours is a difficult journey, as only we know. Paul.

I'm so sorry that anyone has made you feel judges, they have no right to say anything, please know there are many of us supporting you and wanting the very best for you.

Imagine being so devoid of empathy that you wish someone's cancer comes back. What a world we live in. Much love n prayers 🙏 Hope you get the best care and are surrounded by compassionate nurses n Drs.

I am a breast cancer survivor, and you are one of the strongest woman I know , and I will be praying for you. Only listen to the people that love you, and are positive.

I’m a nurse and my husband’s a doctor and I’m appalled by the lack of care you received from the hospital at various points during this whole process. I’m so sorry you’re going through all this. I hope you recover and get well! Stay strong and stay positive. You’re in my thoughts.

🥰I had recurrent ovarian cancer and it was stage four the second time and I am telling you five years later, as of September 18, I will be clear for five years. It is possible to beat this Samantha! I promise you! And anyone who says anything negative to you is a piece of SH*T! To those people…KARMA DOES COME INTO PLAY AND YOU *WILL* REGRET BEING MEAN TO SOMEONE VULNERABLE! Love, Love, Love Samantha! 😽

Samantha, you have done nothing to deserve this. Cancer is evil, devious, and completely unfair. Just continue being the warrior that you are, and pay no attention to any ignorant comments. Sending hugs and good vibes. ❤

Oh, honey…once we’ve been diagnosed with cancer, any unusual or constant pain is an alert. So sorry you are going through this. Prayers for you n family

It’s so frustrating hearing how much pain you had to go through to get answers. You’ve got the strength for this, even when you doubt yourself.

I been battling stage 4 breast cancer for about a year now. Treatment is going well. It is scary and the future is never certain but there’s always new breakthroughs.

Samantha, I’ve watched you from the beginning and went through breast cancer and treatment a few months behind you. Your informative videos helped me so much. The fear of recurrence is always in the back of our minds and F anyone who judges you. I feel like the one thing I’ve learned from having cancer is that we all have the right and the gift to live life on our own terms. Whatever that looks like for each of us. Girl, I’m at the beach on vacation and had a double dip ice cream cone today. Donuts for breakfast yesterday. There are so many conflicting views on cancer and ultimately the bottom line is that no one knows why we get it. Manage your pain and live your life on your terms. I will be keeping you in my prayers as well as your family. Such a blessing to be moving back home where you have family to help. Sending loads of love and healing. I know you’ve got this! 🩷

I'm so sorry people are making mean comments. That is disgraceful. Stay strong, stay positive and only read the goods comments.

Very sad and shameful to those who leave negative and hurtful comments for people who are suffering and struggling to survive

Samantha, I'm sorry there are hateful, horrible people in the world who would ever say ugly things to you. There are many, many more of us that love you to pieces and think you are the most amazing person in the world. Sending hugs, prayers and good wishes to you and your family. ❤

I’m sorry I have been battling metastatic breast cancer through out my bones for 8 years. This has been my worst year. I have had about 15 fractures. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

One of my biggest pet peeves is when someone is trying to find a cure, telling me what diets I should try. They’ll never understand it’s nothing you did wrong. You’re so strong and brave ❤

Your a very brave young woman. Please don’t read the negative comments, mean people don’t deserve the attention

Oh Samantha I am so sorry to hear this. I have been battling Metastatic Breast Cancer for 3.5 years. I have Mets in my spine as well. You are young and strong you got this. So many new treatments are out there for us. I have talked to some people that have had Metastatic Breast Cancer for over 20 years so it gives me lots of hope. Hope you get some relief soon and they figure out your treatment plan. Please keep in touch and let us know how you are doing.

As someone who knows a lot about cancer, I can tell you that you absolutely did nothing to bring on your metastasis, or your original diagnosis.🌸

Hi Samantha, I’m a nurse and diagnosed with breast cancer 2 months after my wedding. Hearing your story- I am so upset with the delay of medical intervention and you have to go through a lot of pain because of late intervention. It’s very frustrating…. I am a nurse but I have to push my way and assert myself to the health care system to get a clear picture ….. just hearing your story…. The delay??? ….. you are very strong! I admire you for that…. I wish you healing and recovery…. Tc❤

I am very glad to live in a country, where getting an MRI isn´t a matter of money. If you need it, you get it.

hi samantha! im 17 and undergoing treatment for ewings sarcoma (bone and soft tissue cancer) and im really sorry for all the negative comments youve surfaced on ur AMAZING and truly INSPIRATIONAL channel!! i came across your channel when I wanted to view other cancer patients and their victory over the disease and your channel has been one of the ones i come back to watch!! wish you the luck and strength to beat this again! we got this:)

People are horrible……don’t take it on. You got this…we’re all behind you every step of the way. Watching from Canada

2015 I was diagnosed with stage 4 double lung cancer! I’m now a 5x double lung, lymph node, rib and brain cancer survivor/ fighter! Unless you’re smoking 5 packs of cigarettes a day, you didn’t do anything to make cancer reoccur! My first cancer occurrence I was having back pain and scan’s didn’t show anything! Dealt with pain for almost a year until pet scan showed a hot spot in that area! Biopsy was performed right in the area of the back into the lung which confirmed the cancer returned. Listen to your body and don’t hold off in getting answers!

Just found your channel! I was a nurse and oncology and hospice were my favorites. Just listening to you today was a blessing and you are now on my prayer list! Today treatments for metastatic breast cancer are sooo much better (though still lots of pain as you know). This is not the end of your story. You are in God’s hands, and all of us who truly care about you will continue to pray and love you no matter what!❤️🙏❤️

I’m a retired NP. You are not a wimp. Spinal cancer is very painful. I’m sorry this was not diagnosed right away. It should not have taken a fracture to diagnose it. You should have had an MRI right away. I hope they treat your pain adequately so you can tolerate activity. Nobody should suffer with this level of pain without appropriate pain control and treatment to minimize it. Bone pain is harder to treat and requires adjunct medications like gabapentin, seizure meds, anti-inflammatory meds/steroids, blocks, etc. I’m glad you are moving back to Virginia. Don’t delay. You need multidisciplinary coordination of care. I’m so sorry you are going through all this.

I had a 360 spinal fusion 9 years ago and the pain is unlike any other, I had such PTSD afterward nightmares of epic proportions. I remember using my walker and dragging my foot behind me. You are a WARRIOR and don't let anyone tell you different including yourself ❤

I’m so sorry you are going through this. Your strength and love for your family will pull you through.

I’m so sorry you’re going through this! Sending prayers for you and your family.

Dear Samantha, We are so lucky to be living now when there are so many treatments available to help people with stage 4. You have a great team who will get things under control soon. Being back in Virginia will be sooo helpful since you and Gray will have all of that extra support and help. Just try to take one step at a time and not think too far ahead. You have a great team who will guide you through this. You are a beautiful, strong person with a wonderful husband and daughter (and fur baby) and so much love is being sent your way from your closest family and friends. Soak this allllll up and soak up the love and good wishes being sent to all of you from your many, many virtual friends who have grown so connected to you because you cared to share your cancer journey with us. Ya I know we have not met, but we are connected because you have helped so many of us with your candid, honest, funny videos and have made our cancer journeys a little less scary and lonely. Both you and Gray have also been such awesome role models by showing us how to handle adversity with such grace. You also have reminded us (me) all about the importance of living large every day and finding joy and fun and laughter through positive relationships, wonderful travels and through the experience of making your dream of having a baby come true. Gray- we care about you and want you to take care of yourself. Those that care for us with cancer are the true unsung heroes and your own health can be so negatively impacted by being a care giver. Please feel all of the amazing good wishes and love being sent your way too. You’ve got each other and so many others that care about you …and you’ve got this!🩷🩷🩷🩷

Nobody, absolutely nobody had the right to judge you. Please ignore all these bad comments. I am so sorry to hear about your reccurance. sending hugs and best wishes. xxx

You’ve got this girl! You are stronger than you know! ❤

Hi Sam; First time seeing a video of yours. I could literally feel the pain you described as I was just diagnosed with stage 4 Colon cancer that has spread to my ovaries liver and lungs. I get those shooting pain up me and sitting is the worst!!! I have pain that shoots up me and my back just aches so bad that when I’m in a moving vehicle I seriously need to hold myself back from jumping out because of the pain. I’m sorry for anyone who has to deal with Cancer but it’s especially hard to deal with and a small child besides. You are amazingly strong and resilient for all you’ve been having to deal with. Your husband sounds amazing so that’s a blessing!! I will pray for you and your family and hope some positives come out of this. I will think of you and your strength as I go through my own cancer journey. Thank you for sharing and being so strong. 😘😘😘

I am sorry that this is happening. I officially became cancer free last month ( remission) after 2 years of treatment. But for me it’s not remission, it’s just maintenance. It’s horrible how people think that we did something wrong. It’s not your fault and I am glad you had a baby and moved on with your life. We deserve to have a life because we did nothing wrong. Stay strong! Love your videos ❤❤❤

Brand new here on this page, from Scotland - and I am APPALLED to hear people have been commenting negatively...how cruel & needless. I immediately see a hugely brave lady, a. Beutiful mother dealing with this bloody awful illness, by the sound of it not for the first time. All strength & love dear lady....instant respect & admiration for sharing your story....it helps. Love from Scotland x

Ive never commented before. I just want to say how much I admire your courage, not just for how articulate you are in relating your story so far, but how you help us to understand your pain level ( lying on your stomach to eat your dinner), your frustration with Gray in that awful, human moment. I cant imagine. I feel such heart for you both and, of course, for your family. To be in such pain and concerned about your baby and no MRI!! Aaaaaargh!!! You are incredible and I am so, so sorry that you are going through this. I dont know what I could possibly say that could help. I wish I could. But I hold so much hope and love for you and your beautiful family.

I am so sorry, your so young and have been through so much already. You are incredible I hope you know that. Sending so much love from across the pond and hoping for a speedy recovery for you ❤

My heart dropped when i read the title. Sending you love.

Wow, your story sounds so familiar. I have breast cancer with mets to my spine and pelvis. Your description of the pain was spot on. I was diagnosed over two years ago and am doing well. I know you will be too.

Prayers for you Samantha and your husband and baby. This just showed up on my feed. I hope I receive another video soon saying you're working on and conquering this disease. You're an amazingly brave young woman. God bless you.

Thank you so much for sharing so vulnerabley ❤ You are precious and I'm so happy to hear you're recovering well from the surgery. You've got this ❤

This is my first time watching your channel, but I just want to say I admire so much that you value your child’s privacy!! Thank you for respecting your baby. I’m sorry you are dealing with all of this ❤️

Oh, Samantha, my heart and prayers go out to all of you. I am so sorry. Thank you for the update. I'm sure it was very difficult for you to do. There are so many of us who truly care about you and only want you to be happy and healthy. We are all here to support you. I'm so glad that surgery went well and is helping you feel better. Sending you gentle hugs. Continue to be as strong as we all know you are! ❤

Wow you are one strong lady. I’m so sorry you’ve had to endure all this emotional and physical pain. What a nightmare this whole ordeal has been for you. I just came across your channel because I sustained a spinal injury and was searching that topic. Wishing you all the best for your surgery and hope the worst is behind you. Stay strong.

Thank you for making this video ,I'm sorry you have to endure this struggle. You are so brave.

I am so sorry you’re going through this. I’ve watched long enough to know there’s nothing you can’t handle. I’ve seen weird commenters pop up on all the best channels. I think it’s so brave of you to put your story online. I wonder if a friend or someone could prescreen your comments for you - once you’re ready and strong enough to look at any of the comments. I know you know this but for every weird comment there are like 300 of us that are like uggh really? They are vastly outnumbered bc a ton of kind people just watch and don’t comment. 😳😆 Sending you all so much love. 🥰

Hey, I never watched a video from you before today. Idk why but I just got this overwhelming feeling to tell you that you can do this. I’m sorry the cancer is back but I’m also sorry for the cancer cause you’re going to kick it’s ass and survive for that baby. You got this & everyone has you in their thoughts. It’s just a tiny bump in the road for your life long journey.

I’m really sorry about this setback Samantha. Hoping for the best possible outcome and a speedy recovery!

Sam, I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers, God bless you and your family now and always.

I’m so sorry you’ve been going through all this and had your world turned upside down. Nobody should judge, you’ve made the best choices for you and continue to do so every step of the way. I’m glad you’re feeling a bit better and I know with the help of Gray and your team you will continue to heal. Wishing the best for you & your family 🙏🏼

I am so sorry to hear this but I am so amazed at how strong you are. Nobody should have to go through something like this. I just know and have a feeling you are going to come out the other side of this better than ever. You got this!!

I am at a loss for words. You are brave beyond your years. Sending healing thoughts and a big virtual hug.

Prayers for healing, courage and strength . You’re amazing, beautiful, and strong.

Your empathy shows a lot here. I hope your health returns to you soon.

Samantha.. sending you love and prayers!! We are here to support you! ✝️🤍🤍🤍🤍

Samantha, Having followed you since your primary diagnosis which occurred simultaneously to my own BC dx, I was sad to learn of the new Mets to your bones, and so sorry for all of the pain you’ve endured. You’re a fighter and we’re all praying and pulling for you. Much Love.

Samantha, you are a rock star through and through. I hope and pray everyone can see the goodness that flows from you, and good for for doing things your way. No one, even those who say they know everthing, is to say your decsions didn't prolonged this relaspe. All my prayers are with your family.

I am so sorry that you are going through this and so sorry that there are so many nasty people in the world. Always remember there are many good people who are wishing nothing but the best for you. Never doubt what inspiration you are for others. I am 63 and have just recently gone through surgery and radiation for stage 1 breast cancer and I dealt with it with a lot less courage than you are dealing with your diagnosis. You do really inspire me to meet it head on and to enjoy and appreciate life while we have it.

First time I’ve ever watched any of your videos.. I’m sending everything positive and good I can think of to you. I hope you and your family get safely back to VA soon. Big love. ❤️

your supporters are cheering you with positivity and admiration!❤

You’re a very courageous woman. Power to you and wishing you well. Thank you for sharing your personal journey x

I'm sorry to hear the cancer returned. I hope things get better for you in whatever way possible. You're a gem and seem like a genuinely good person. I'd say it sucks when cancer happens to good people, which is true, but it pretty much sucks when it happens to anyone. I hope you're able to get some pain relief and find a lot of happy moments in each day. Your baby and husband are incredibly lucky to have you in their lives, and we're lucky you are willing to share moments of your life with us. ❤

I'm so very sorry the cancer is back. Your videos were such a great help to me when I started my own journey with breast cancer. Recurrence is a daily fear of mine, and most cancer survivors, but you have inspired me so much to live life to the fullest every day no matter what the future may or may not hold. No one knows what is ahead, and it's so important to live your dreams in the present. You are in my thoughts and I'm hoping for the absolute best for you. You have a great medical team, and I'm certain they will come up with a plan of treatment that will allow you to have many more comfortable years with your precious child, husband and extended family. Take care and keep us posted if you feel like it. ❤

I’m so sorry you have people like that reaching out to you-that is truly sick. Sending you so much love ❤❤ you are an incredible human

Aaaaah. Sam...this hurts my heart. But if anybody is a warrior...it's you, sweet mama. I hope you get your pain under control. Much love to you! ❤

During my chemo treatment my oncologist told me that there is only so much you can do to prevent a recurrence. Some people will do everything right and it will come back. Some people will do everything wrong and it won't. There is a low ceiling on how much you can influence this. She also said that you mustn't forget to live. Whether it comes back or not is pretty much out of our control so live life as fully as you can. You have done this beautifully and any decisions you have made have been correct for you. Don't let anyone tell you otherwise. You are strong and a hell of a fighter. You got this.

I’m so sorry you’re having to deal with all this. You’re a very strong woman. Huge (but gentle) hug for you and your family.

You are strong, and amazing and sharing your story is so unselfish of you, you will help many who are just starting this journey.

Girl, you are so strong mentally, you will get through this. This post isn’t about me but re: surgery on your L2, I’m a firefighter and injured my back falling through the roof of a house fire and had to get a anterior n posterior lumbar fusion from T12 down to S1. Yes super painful recovery, but pre-op the pain was excruciating…I’m so sorry you had to be in so much pain until it was all figured out. I wish I could just give you a huge hug 🫂 People these days are savage, evil and wishing cancer or pain on anyone is some diabolical shit. You know your worth n that’s what matters. Karma will catch up to them, don’t let that negativity rent space in your head. You don’t need that. I hope you have a speedy recovery from surgery and will be praying that God heals your body from head to toe from the inside out. Sending hugs and lots of prayers ❤❤❤❤

Hi Samantha, thanks for the update. Praying for strength as you tackle upcoming travel and further doctor visits. Glad you are finally getting relief from the excruciating pain. You are a bright light in this broken world-keep shining🌟. You have support from so many people who care and truly want the best for you. God bless you and your family.❤️

I support you Sam I’m sorry you’ve had bad news . Fight like you’ve never fought before. I wish you well.

Speedy recovery. You are brave. You got this. Thank you so much for all the videos you make. Keep going. ❤

You’re awesome!!! You’re strong and you’ll get through this challenging time and live a long happy life 🙏

As soon as I saw this video pop up and I saw the title my heart sank. I am so very sorry to hear this news, you have had to deal with a lot. I’m glad the surgery went well and you are feeling a little better and recovering well. My heart literally breaks for you. Hope you manage to get back home to your medical team soon and they can help you get the treatment you need. Sending lots of love and positive healing vibes your way xx

My heart hearts for and is simultaneously wowed by you Samantha. I appreciate your straight forwardness and stand with you, believing you will be healed. I've always admired how honest you have been in the videos when you share fun and hard things, and this video is no different. Gray and and your sweet little baby are blessed to have you and you them. I will be praying that as you prepare for and undergo treatment, you are able to find an even deeper love, sense of purpose and all that good kinda stuff that makes life sweet. I will also be praying for your parents and all who love you.

First time on this channel. Thank you for sharing your story with us. You are so brave and compassionate and have such a positive outlook on everything despite what you are going through now. Please continue to share your journey with us.

Samantha I will add you to my prayer list today. Patrick from San Diego,CA. I lost my cousin to breast cancer 27 years ago. God Bless You!!! Keep fighting and praying!!! You are an inspiration to others!!!

You and Gray are such a great team. Sending your family the best vibes

My prayers are going out to you and your family. Congratulations on the birth of your daughter ❤ many prayers for healing!

Hi Samantha! I was diagnosed with stage 4 cancer in 2017. My oncologist opted for estrogen therapy. Ibrance, letrozole, Herceptin, xgeva, and faslodex worked up until a month ago. The cancer moved to my liver. It’s only 2mm so they can’t do a biopsy. Besides that it had already metastasized to my bones and lungs in 2017. MBC has definitely changed my life. I started chemotherapy again on 8/24/23. This time my oncologist chose to start me on Enhertu. I’ve only had one treatment so far and honestly it made me very tired and l experienced nausea for 4 days afterwards. Zofran did help slightly. Of course I’m out on disability and l don’t know if l will ever return back to work. Cancer really sucks. I hope things go well with you. Forget what people think. This is your journey and no one have a right to judge you.

This sucks. I’m so sorry you have to go through this…again. I’m sending you sweet thoughts and prayers from Florida. I had s2 BC in 2017 and it was such a terrifying time. Please ignore these incredibly ignorant jackasses. Surround yourself with good hearted people. You have so many more people supporting you, including me. 💪🏼

Dearest Samantha, I am very sorry to hear that the cancer came back. It made me cry to read how much pain you had to go through. This is also the time when I realised that you did the right thing to have a baby and have a normal life. You are a clever, brave and a very good young lady. I will keep you in my prayers. The best of luck for the new treatment to clear the cancer again. Xxx

We are here to cheer you up every step of the way and don’t give ears to anyone who is not adding good energy to your journey. ❤ you are brave for allowing yourself to enjoy each day of your life unapologetically and as good as you can possible can all of us should live with this mojo.

I will pray for you, Samantha. 🙏🏼 I’m so sorry you’re going through this.

Don't give up, friend! You got this! This stranger will be praying for you.

So sorry to hear about the metastasis, sounds really painful and you are still able to tell your story with such grace. I wish you more comfort and less pain so you can be with your family🙏🤗

Prayers for you sweetheart. Thank you for sharing with all of us who care about your journey. I have always loved how you have carried on being a cancer survivor. That’s EXACTLY what I have done. Whether cancer comes back or not you live your life. You got this kid doing what it takes to be with your family through all the pain I saw the photo of you holding your baby with ice around you not expecting to hear your cancer is back. Crap!

Oh please Samantha! People can be so cruel. I am so sorry. Prayers for you sweetie. Listen to those who give you support and uplift you. Don’t worry about the trolls and idiots. There are so many awesome treatments now. Just keep fighting! Xoxox

Hi Samantha, I’m so sorry to hear your cancer is back. I know it’s not easy to avoid certain people but you have to. Focus on getting better and use those negative comments as a reminder that you’re much better and will kick this cancer’s ass. Don’t ever let no one blur your mind, emotions and self esteem. This is only a bump on the road. I was recently diagnosed with cervical cancer and certainly understand what you’re enduring. Sending positive vibes your way. ❤

I’m sorry to hear this news, Samantha! I’m glad you’re feeling better after surgery. May your move to Virginia go well. Wishing Grey, baby and you the best. ❤️ Lindsay

Thank you for your video… anyone who has gone through breast cancer, like you and I have, carries that fear of it coming back pretty much daily. It is incredibly helpful to others to see you handling it with such calm and grace and courage. It is a reminder to me that when we deal with things and stay calm, nothing is as bad in reality as it sounds in the abstract and imagination… you were giving so many people a gift by keeping us all down to earth! There are so many unknowns in life and nobody knows how long we all have here on this planet. It’s so nice to see you living your full life and spending time with your family and becoming an amazing mom. Nothing should stop you from seizing every day and every opportunity. I’ve been watching your videos since I started going through cancer and I will keep watching them because I just like you! and if anyone says anything mean to you in the comments, it says a lot about them and absolutely nothing about you. It would be great if someone could read the comments for you first maybe… But it seems like you have a great way of handling it on your own either way. Sending you tons of good vibes and I hope things turn out the way you want them to. ❤️ Jodi

Oh wow! You are such a sweet kind soul. I can tell by your demeanor. It’s unreal how some evil people try to tear down others. God bless you, sweet young girl.