Goodbye Cancer

Thank you Cancer 

For the reminder 

Of what not to do 

I didn’t take care of myself 

And you came 

And keep coming back 

To hold me 

With your cells 

With your water 

For me to be held 

Hugged 

Reassured 

Because I felt lonely 

And insecure 

You were with me 

When people left me 

Thank you 

Now I'm here 

By my side 

I'm holding my hand 

And I love myself 

I know I'm able 

To do big things 

And I'm doing them 

So with gratitude 

And appreciation 

For your precious work 

I am taking back 

My position 

Of taking care of myself 

You have done a wonderful job 

You opened my eyes 

To where my life was heading 

To a cliff 

And then, the abyss 

This is the destination 

Of everyone 

Neglecting their needs 

I'm still learning 

I know what not to do 

But still lacking a little 

Know how 

Of being by my side 

Of keeping myself safe 

And living large 

And loud 

And real 

But don't worry 

I'm getting there 

So really, I got this 

Thank you 

I can take it from here 

Making me stronger 

With extra cells and water 

Is not necessary anymore 

Goodbye Cancer 

I will never forget what you taught me 

It made me find my real self 

I will always be thankful for that 

This is the time of farewell 

You have been a wonderful teacher 

And I have graduated 

With distinction 

Peace be with you 

And God bless you 

And now 

I'm here alone 

By myself 

By myself 

It's time to live!