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I Can’t Believe I’m Here: A Poem About Breast Cancer

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Joyce Wigler

I had been diagnosed with triple-negative breast cancer just three months after my mother passed away from the same disease.

A well-worn, padded reclining chair

I can’t believe I’m here

A cozy, extra soft blanket tucked around my toes

I can’t believe I’m here

A squishy, fresh-smelling pillow behind my head

I can’t believe I’m here

A rolling snack wagon with my favorite cookies

I can’t believe I’m here

A gentle hand helping me up

I can’t believe I’m here

A friendly neighbor sharing her story

I can’t believe I’m here

A turkey sandwich and a cool drink

I can’t believe I’m here

My first chemo treatment

I CAN’T BELIEVE I’M HERE!

I wrote this poem after receiving chemo at Danbury hospital in 2005. I had been diagnosed with triple-negative breast cancer just three months after my mother passed away from the same disease. Although the care during chemo was exemplary and I was treated royally it was still chemo. Thankfully I am cancer free now and living my best life.


This post was written and submitted by Joyce Wigler. The article reflects the views of Wigler and not of CURE®. This is also not supposed to be intended as medical advice.

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