Where I am right now

After finishing six rounds of chemo, I thought I was stepping into a lighter part of treatment, but the journey isn’t over yet.In this episode, I’m sharing what it felt like to start my first round of Kadcyla, the targeted chemo I’ll be on for the next year. I talk about what my symptoms have been so far. and I explain a bit about what Kadcyla actually is and what makes it "targeted" chemo. This phase looks different and I’m learning how to navigate it in real time.If you’re entering a new stage of treatment or adjusting to the “in-between,” this one’s for you. And to add, it always seems like there's IN BETWEEN throughout this cancer journey, seems enervating ending.

In this episode, I’m sharing my pathology results after surgery, and being completely honest about how it felt hearing them.After going through chemo and even having an MRI that showed no visible tumor, I really believed I was heading toward a certain kind of outcome. But my pathology told a different story.There was still cancer present.I’m talking about what that moment was like, why I don’t think we’re always fully prepared for results that fall somewhere in the middle, and how I’ve been processing that emotionally.I’m also sharing what this means for my treatment moving forward, including why I’ll be starting Kadcyla and how the Katherine Trial plays a role in that decision.If your results haven’t looked the way you hoped, or you’ve found yourself in that “in-between” space, this episode is for you 

This episode is about the part no one really prepares you for… the waiting.I’m sharing my experience going through surgery, from the day of, to the early days of healing, and what it’s felt like physically and emotionally to slow down after everything.But more than anything, I’m talking about this in-between space… the time after surgery where you’re just waiting for pathology results and your mind doesn’t stop.The what-ifs, the hope, the fear, the lack of control… it’s all here.If you’re in this part of the journey too, you’re not alone

This week feels like a turning point. (Posting a little late due to issues) I’m heading into surgery , a lumpectomy, sentinel node removal, and having a benign mass removed, and at the same time, I’ve stepped into a new phase of treatment after my first Phesgo injection without chemo.Everything feels… different.In this episode, I’m talking about where I am right now, the mental space before surgery, the weird in-between of “not done but not where I was,” and what it felt like to walk out of treatment and not feel completely wrecked for the first time in months.It’s honest, a little all over the place, and exactly where I am in this moment.

n this episode I’m talking about a major milestone in my cancer journey; finishing chemotherapy.On Tuesday I completed my final round of chemo. It’s a moment I’ve been working toward since the beginning of my diagnosis, and while it feels surreal to say it out loud, it’s also a mix of emotions.While finishing chemo is a huge milestone, my journey isn’t over yet. Next comes surgery, radiation, and continuing targeted therapy.This episode is a moment to pause, reflect, and acknowledge how far I’ve come , while also looking ahead to the next steps in healing.If you’re going through something similar, I hope this conversation reminds you that you’re not alone.

After navigating chemo, medications, and everything that comes with a cancer diagnosis, I’ve started experiencing heart rhythm changes that have left me feeling anxious, confused, and honestly… scared at times. I talk about atrial ectopics, AV block, high vagal tone, the “about to faint” feelings, and what it’s like when your heart doesn’t beat the way you expect it to.

In this episode, I sit down with my best friend for one of the most honest and vulnerable conversations we’ve ever had. We talk about her experience living with blood cancer; what it’s been like physically, emotionally, and everything in between.We share what diagnosis felt like, how our lives have shifted, the fears we don’t always say out loud, and the strength we’ve had to find in moments we never expected. There are tears, there is laughter, and there is so much love in this conversation.This episode is about friendship, resilience, and the reality of living with cancer, not just the hard parts, but the connection, perspective, and meaning that can come from it too.If you or someone you love is going through something similar, we hope this makes you feel a little less alone.

In this episode of Where I Am Right Now, I’m sitting down with my husband, Jon, to talk about what cancer looks like from the other side.You’ve heard my experience; the chemo, the side effects, the anxiety, but this time, we’re sharing what it’s been like for him. The fear, the strength, the quiet moments, and the things partners carry that often go unseen.This conversation is raw, emotional, and full of love. If you’re navigating cancer; as a patient or as a partner, we hope this makes you feel a little less alone.

In this episode, I talk about the incredible support surrounding me during cancer treatment and how much it truly matters. I share thoughtful gift and care package ideas for anyone supporting a loved one with cancer, what to avoid saying or giving, and my experience with an MRI-guided breast biopsy; what it’s like and what to expect if you ever need one.Thank you for listening!

Motherhood doesn’t stop when cancer enters the picture. In this episode, I share what it’s like balancing chemo, mom guilt, school drop-offs, rest, and showing up for my kids in ways that look different than before. For any mom walking through something hard; you’re not alone.

This episode is about the invisible side of cancer, the mental and emotional weight that shows up between treatments and appointments. I talk about anxiety, waiting for results, spiraling thoughts, and the fear that lives beneath the surface. If this part of cancer has made you feel like something is wrong with you, I hope this reminds you that it’s not. You’re human.

This episode is about my treatment plan, which incudes chemo/immunothetapy called THP and side effects that come with it. There is a spot towards the end where I talk about women parts, and how they are affected, if you don’t want to hear I give a heads up so you can fast forward it. Thank you for listening.

My Diagnosis is Grade 2 Invasive Ductal Carcinoma (IDC) and Ductal Carcinoma in SITU (DCIS), Triple Positive. This episode is where I talk about how I got diagnosed ,the process and the actually diagnosis itself, and I talk little at the end about my treatment plan.

This is the first episode of Where I Am Right Now.I’m Kassandra. I was diagnosed with breast cancer at 34, and I needed somewhere to speak honestly while I’m still inside it.This episode isn't perfect, its just raw and real, its slow paced. It’s just me talking about where I am today; what led me here, why I’m starting this podcast, and what it feels like to begin telling this story out loud.