Wednesday, November 26th Update: Hi friends and family, Wishing you and yours the happiest of Thanksgivings. I am incredibly grateful for you all this holiday season. I wanted to let you know that I will be starting chemotherapy on Monday, December 9. I’ll undergo treatments for three months and then transition to a genetically -targeted pill for the next two years. Both treatments are designed to keep my wacky, rare and non- hereditary genetic mutation under control and to hopefully prevent the cancer from coming back. Because I *technically* have stage 3 cancer, we are moving quickly given its increased likelihood to return. Unfortunately lung cancer is particularly awful the second time around so we’re using all the tools in the 21st century toolkit to keep it bay. I’ve got my amazing parents and other friends/family staying with me during the week of the chemo treatments, but I will likely reach out for weekend play dates to keep Sammy busy and for weeknight visitors to help me with dinner and bedtime 😬. I am nervous about the side effects for both treatments but also incredibly grateful for the breakthroughs in lung cancer research. I’ve closed the care calendar for now, but promise to reach out to you individually as I know more. I’ve got a freezer full of delicious food, gift cards in my wallet, and the loving support of an amazing group of family and friends. What more could a girl ask for?!? Thank you all for the TLC and please know Sam and I are sending you extra big hug this holiday season. We are a blessed family. ❤️💕 Xoxo Lindsey and Sammy Monday, November 18th Update: Dearest Friends and Family, Thank you so much for your incredible love and support these past few weeks. I've been home from the hospital for a week now, and while recovery is moving more slowly than I'd anticipated, I am making progress. What was supposed to be a small robot-assisted lung surgery turned into a rather epic seven-hour procedure...However, I'm so grateful for my surgery team -- they discovered that the cancer had spread to some nearby lymph nodes, as well as one outside my lung, which technically means I have Stage III cancer. But, hey, I'll take 80% lung capacity over cancer any day. I'm currently waiting to hear back from Kaiser's oncology unit and a lung cancer specialist from CU Med, who will work together to create a treatment plan (i.e., chemo, radiation and/or immunotherapy) to defeat this sneaky cancer once and for all. Though the waiting is testing my patience, I know I've got good endurance (and strong lungs!) to get me through this. Most importantly, I have the best support system anyone could ask for. I truly couldn't do this without you all. I get dizzy and teary trying to articulate all the ways, big and small, friends and family have shown up for Sammy and me these past couple weeks. Andrea and Amy, may every person fighting cancer have friends as fierce and loyal as you. The same goes for my parents who have not only taken care of us but continue to model what it means to show up for your family and friends. I'm an incredibly lucky lady. It's clear that this is likely to be more of a marathon than a sprint, but I'm optimistic that the most difficult hurdle is behind me. I promise to keep you updated as I learn more about next steps. Thank you all again. With deepest gratitude and love, Lindsey and Sammy Dear friends and family, I apologize for the impersonal message and for being MIA these past few weeks. I know I owe people calls, texts, and emails. As some of you know, I have been dealing with some health issues, and unfortunately, it turns out I have lung cancer. As a non-smoker, it's quite a shock, but I'm so grateful Kaiser's preventive care screening caught it early. I'm scheduled for surgery on Thursday, November 7th. While it's a long and complex procedure, I should retain most of my lung function and hopefully be cancer-free at the end of it. . I'll likely be in the hospital for about five days, followed by additional recovery time at home. It's been a challenging and overwhelming couple of weeks, but I have an excellent medical team and a wonderful group of friends and family. And hey, I've also got some pretty killer lungs from swimming 😜. My amazing parents will be here for the surgery and my recovery. Thanks to those who have already reached out with words of support, prayers, and offers to help. I created this page to streamline this crazy process. I'm not sure what I'll need, but I made space for meal sign-ups and opportunities to keep Sammy entertained, especially after my parents leave. While texting and calling folks individually feels overwhelming, I'll take all the well wishes and good vibes I can get! If people in our shared circles have questions, please direct them to this page. I'm comfortable saying that I've got cancer, and I'm going to kick its butt. 😜. My friends Amy and Andrea P. will post updates after surgery. Your love and support mean the world. Thanks all --- I am so grateful for you. xo, Lindsey