What Comes In Threes
Narrative Poem About Loss
What Comes In Threes
They say death always comes in threes. I am not sure about that. I am sure about the disease. First diagnosed with prostate cancer, he fought. The chemo and radiation, a part of his routine. I didn't know until he was cancer free.
As soon as he was diagnosed, he called saying "It's just a little thing." - Skin cancer just behind his left lobe. "It is just a little thing." My father explained that it would be removed next week. I was relieved. Grateful he had told me.
I didn't get the call the next time... I called to check in and my mother answered. They didn't call - they didn't know. And when they knew it was too late. Stage IV. The most insidious kind. This time the cancer robbed him of his voice, and his ability to speak, eat or swallow. I knew too. And then I watched as he faded away.
They say death always comes in threes. I'm not sure about that, but I am sure about the disease.
About the Creator
Rebecca A Hyde Gonzales
I started writing when I was about eight years old. I love to read and I also love to create. As a writer and an artist, I want to share the things that I have learned and experienced. Genres: Fiction, non-fiction, poetry, and history.
Enjoyed the story? Support the Creator.
Subscribe for free to receive all their stories in your feed. You could also pledge your support or give them a one-off tip, letting them know you appreciate their work.
Keep reading
More stories from Rebecca A Hyde Gonzales and writers in Poets and other communities.
Comments (1)
Wow. So sorry. I hate cancer!!❤️