I can’t lose you mom,

I just can’t.

I can’t even fathom the thought.

I feel like a terrified child,

Waiting, unknowing.

“it will be fine”, you reassure me.

I hope so mom,

I just can’t lose you mom,

I just can’t.

You are my safe place,

My open door.

You are my defender,

My friend,

And an amazing grandmother.

My foundation feels cracked,

Just at the thought of living without you,

Without your cheekiness,

Without your guidance.

I am sure it will be fine mom.

I am sure that this is just a wake up call,

To remind us how precious life is.

I know I won’t lose you mom,

I just can’t.

You faught this battle before,

and if we have too,

we will fight it again.

07/30/2003

Author's Note: PS: the biopsy was fine. :)

Posted on 07/31/2003
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