Tag Archives: Cancer

Doctor’s Visit

Posted on February 11, 2018 by Suzanne

She hadn’t been to the doctor in years, Preferring the natural way. She looked him straight in the eyes and said, I’m just fine with surgery. You’ve waited too long, I’m sorry to say. Nothing can be done. You may … Continue reading →

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Smoke Fills the Air ~ 2

Posted on December 17, 2017 by Suzanne

Smoke follows beauty That’s what you would say as the Smoke filled my lungs and clouded my brain. I was only a child wishing for fresh air to fill my days instead of living in a Perpetual Haze. I did … Continue reading →

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Lying There

Posted on September 5, 2015 by Suzanne

He looked like an Auschwitz victim. Like a tiny helpless baby bird. I wanted to cradle him in my arms, But fed him ice chips instead. It’s what he preferred. He looked into my eyes Just moments before he died. … Continue reading →

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The End

Posted on August 18, 2015 by Suzanne

Tonight was the first time I thought about the body burning. But only for a moment. The call came Friday morning. It was no surprise. I’ll never see her face again. Usually there’s a funeral. A body to view. This … Continue reading →

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Thank You!

Posted on December 22, 2014 by Suzanne

Hi!  I just wanted to say thank you to everyone following my blog, and liking my posts!  I really appreciate it!  It fuels my fire and keeps me going.  I hope you like the new look!  With Much Love, Suzanne … Continue reading →

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So Many

Posted on October 26, 2014 by Suzanne

So many topics I could write about today.  My perpetual toddler kitty, the amazing fall weather, my dream of taking the week off while simultaneously writing a full page to-do list, or the recent realization related to my online writing.  … Continue reading →

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“Hi. How are you?”

Posted on October 9, 2014 by Suzanne

Do people really want to know the answer to that question?  Or do they just want me to smile and say… “Fine”? I was taught to be polite after all.  I was taught, albeit indirectly, that it’s rude to share … Continue reading →

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Facing the Harder Parts

Posted on October 7, 2014 by Suzanne

What to do with the phone call? “Can you come over on Friday? I want to give you a check.” A call from my mother. She’s taking steps after her recent diagnosis of stage III cancer. I won’t say a … Continue reading →

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