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News|Articles|March 26, 2024
I Can’t Believe I’m Here: A Poem About Breast Cancer
Author(s)Joyce Wigler
I had been diagnosed with triple-negative breast cancer just three months after my mother passed away from the same disease.
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A well-worn, padded reclining chair
I can’t believe I’m here
A cozy, extra soft blanket tucked around my toes
I can’t believe I’m here
A squishy, fresh-smelling pillow behind my head
I can’t believe I’m here
A rolling snack wagon with my favorite cookies
I can’t believe I’m here
A gentle hand helping me up
I can’t believe I’m here
A friendly neighbor sharing her story
I can’t believe I’m here
A turkey sandwich and a cool drink
I can’t believe I’m here
My first chemo treatment
I CAN’T BELIEVE I’M HERE!
I wrote this poem after receiving chemo at Danbury hospital in 2005. I had been diagnosed with triple-negative breast cancer just three months after my mother passed away from the same disease. Although the care during chemo was exemplary and I was treated royally it was still chemo. Thankfully I am cancer free now and living my best life.
This post was written and submitted by Joyce Wigler. The article reflects the views of Wigler and not of CURE®. This is also not supposed to be intended as medical advice.
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