THE DAY MAMMY GOT CANCER 
The day that mammy got cancer.
Behind the mask I was told.
A secret I held onto for days until I could find the right words.
The day Mammy got cancer.
I put on my brave face like my mam did before me and her mum did before her.
As I added to the long line of strong women in my family.
The day Mammy got cancer my fears became a temporary reality.
From the support of family and friends
To the lifts to appointments, gifts, food and childcare.
The doctors and nurses care ,plans and medication.
To all I am so grateful.
The day Mammy got cancer
A day I will never forget
It has weakened me but strengthens me.
It will not always define me but has sculpted me.
I have survived but the fears lie deep.
