The Waiting
The uncertainty, the unknown, wreaks havoc with my mind
As I consider what blood tests may find.
What if the wretched amyloidosis has reappeared?
Something, that for ten long years I have feared!
Oncologists would never use the word remission.
The disease, an insidious condition,
Permeated my body, wreaking havoc throughout.
Tests showed that there’s an element of doubt.
Tomorrow, the results of new tests will be revealed,
My anxiety cannot be concealed.
The Outcome
I am humbled by the exceptional support received.
In my wildest dreams I didn’t believe
That revealing my feelings would evoke such a caring
Response to the thinking I was sharing.
The tests have shown that the amyloidosis is stable,
For another four months I am able
To put aside my worrying concerns until next time,
When there may be another mount to climb.
Thank you for your incredible friendship, caring and support, -
I’m pleased things turned out to be less than thought!
Bill Edmunds
December 2023
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Bill Edmunds 