My Mother's Temple

For Mom...

In the darkness it came, like a theif in the night...

It came with stealth, so much so, that we were unable to 

fight.

On silent feet it tread...

Insinuating itself, bringing with it sadness and dread.

What began with just a simple black spot

Soon turned into a spiraling deadly blotch.

As it stole through your body, it began to steal your life

This disease that came upon us so suddenly, has filled 

our lifes with strife

This thing they called Cancer soon raced through your body

Through your lungs, your glands, your stomach, and brain

And now, as I look into your anguished eyes,

It is all I can do not to cry.

In your heart of hearts, Momma, I know, your pain is as 

bad as mine

I know you weep, even if you try to hide it when you cry

I pray the Gods will keep you safe

As soon they shall call you, and they are never late.

When you look down upon me from the heavens above,

I hope you will know that you will always hold my love.

I hope you will know that you will always remain

Nearby in my heart, 

And that you know, my life will never be the same.

jenni angevine, 1997

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