It was the spring you lost all your hair. I remember washing up at the sink, outside of your room, I mean really washing up. Then suiting up, mask, gloves, and surgical gown. The lady two rooms down died, and her family was there weeping.
But as I went into your room we had something. It was something we could hold onto. Was it strength? peace? an assurance? I can’t describe it. But we could sit there, and smile at each other. Me, behind my mask. You played music, and told me how good the people were.
It wasn’t until later that tears came. My heart broke completely. Over time, piece by piece, it came back together again, because we know how to heal each other. Maybe there are still a few pieces missing, but I love you even more now.
Please hold me again, and bury your face in my shoulder. I will always love you, and you know that, but rest in it. Always – even if you don’t have any hair. Let’s grow old together.
You are My Love, for always.
Poetry and Image © Copyright 2015, ancient skies
Peace and blessings to everyone.
“If you love nature, you will love people.”
Rivers Renewed 
Strength through love. A true and bountiful love. We always hope to find it before dire circumstances like these. Sometimes, it takes a certain stillness for it to reach us.
Yes, so true. Thank you for your wonderful comments! I often write about how she strengthens me. Peace, and have a great week.
My brother’s first wife died of brain cancer, but before she did she found peace with God and my brother for the first time in her life. Thank you for this beautiful poem.
Thank you Adrienne. I’m sorry for your loss. Terrible things happening in our lives, can draw us closer together, but they can be so traumatic and difficult. You can also appreciate the important things in life a whole lot more. Peace to you.
Very moving.
Thank you Genie. I don’t normally write so personal, but this one just flowed today. Peace my friend.
You should share this beautiful poem w/ a cancer society. I am sure that it would bring comfort to many couples facing a similar struggle. I will keep you and your wife in prayer.
Thank you Anna! I never thought of sharing this in that way, and it’s a great idea. She is remission now and doing much better. There were years – an extended period where it was really rough. Thank you my friend, we so appreciate your prayers. Peace.
I’m honoured you shared such a personal piece with us. Thank you Mr. Nico. I too, keep all your family in my thoughts and prayers. Blessings!
Takami thank you so much! I’m incredibly blessed by your kindness. Peace.
Thank you! Blessings to you.