Peace at Last by Carol G Oliver

Jesus because of you I am now at peace.
At long last the tears have begun to cease.
What a terrible blow when I heard that awful word.
The mere sound of Cancer is so terrifying and absurd.
What a sneaky disease this is, I really was perplexed
After all the tests, it left me wondering what next?
Surgery was the only cautious way to proceed.
This was something all the Doctors agreed.
Then it was months of chemotherapy,
Making me think I must need psychotherapy.
The horrors and pain of poison in my veins,
Which I know rattled my poor brains.
Finally that was over and I began to heal.
I looked forward to going about with zeal.
But then the monster raised its ugly head.
And I was left with a feeling of total dread.
Again surgery was the only answer,
Once again it was to cut out more cancer.
Luckily they think they got it all this time.
The lymph nodes were clean and looked fine.
Pieces of me where left in a Petri dish
Finally you granted me my solemn wish
Other than everyday aches and pains from age,
I can now ignore this disease and it's stage.
This has been a journey of ups and downs.
I have lived through periods of smiles and frowns.
I know the time will come for me to rest,
You will hold me and press me close to your chest.
This world of uncertainly and doubt,
Will be replaced by your home so devout.
Dear Lord, I am your faithful servant,
Who adores you with a love so fervent.

© Carol G Oliver

I would like to dedicate this poem to the cancer survivor who requested it and to all my sisters and brothers in Christ who joined me on my journey. And to the caretakers who aided in our recovery.