One day after revealing the lump beneath your gown, you’ll know to say
“Heavy,
thickened,
redness.”
One week after, waiting for results, you’ll know your
life insurance benefit
and the colors of purgatory.
Well-versed in specialists and staging,
you’ll plead
for strength,
more time,
a timely call,
easier sleep.
Grace.

Joree writes what she knows, which isn’t much, but enough for her.