A moment of devastation
Millimeters on Roentgen examination
Within the sweet softness of her breast
Between rib cage and image plate pressed
Surgeon search
Second opinion
Plans emerge
Pathology dominion
Not a moment of hesitation
To bravely face radical mutilation
But fate decided all
The malignancy was small
Chemo avoided
Scar warnings
Team divided
Waiting haunting
Daily moments of radiation
Facing threats of burned skin
She drove alone with determination
To fight the fight and win.
Yearly moments of trepidation
Each mammogram her life decides
She warrants admiration
My amazing incredible bride.
Augustus / Folsom, LA / December 2016
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Author:
Augustus (Pseudonym) (
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- Comment from author about the poem: My wife had a lumpectomy 2 years ago for invasive ductal carcinoma of the breast. I was ill and she had to drive herself daily for weeks of radiation following surgery. Fortunately all went well and subsequent tests have all been negative.
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the big C I hate it, well written as usual, albeit very sad I hope its all working out. ww
Thanks. All is well.
I have such respect for you, Augustus. You have captured exactly the world a woman lives in under these circumstances. I do not know what else to say except may she continue to have negative results.
2 years and counting. Thanks. Merry Christmas.
Peace and much hope and love Augustus!
Thanks for sharing "A" these experiences remind us of our vulnerability. The SCRIPTURES say ~"Whoever finds a WIFE discovers a wonderful and beautiful person ! The LORD dealt yu a good hand "A" ~ AMEN ~ Thanks fro sharing ~ BRIAN
Oh, she is soooo good. Thanks.
That is an amazing poem and a tribute to a very strong woman indeed. May she continue to get negative results.
Thanks Chrissy. All is well so far.
Beautiful and touching tribute my friend, thoughts and prayers to you and yours sir...
That means a lot. Thanks and Merry Christmas.
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