Cancer Is My Friend

Cancer is my friend.  Sticks with me until
the end. Points to me what really matters
is giving my presence and
profound common courtesy to the people
closest to me. Dropping all judgments
I have held on to for dear life.

Because I am missing the beat, cancer
insists I take a seat.  I sit down and
consider what thoughts and feelings really
matter. Poking out of my weary head,
my mind's eye stares out of my soul's window.
 I see possibilities for resilience,
serenity and a way forward.
Thank you, cancer for reminding me of
inner strength, deep love and understanding.