Dear Cancer,

         Dear Cancer,

  Hello, I know we have met, but my name is Holly. I have a few questions to ask you.

First why did you pick me? Is it because I am a super great friend? Or you just happened 

to be flying by one day and said "Oh she looks good". My second question is, do you have a 

family? If you do, you should pay attention to them and you wouldn't be so lonely. Third

question is a bit loaded, is there any cure for you? I mean I think you could at least

give a clue. My fourth and final question...why do you exist? Just wondering. I have a 

lot of life left in me and I am hoping you change your mind. If you find that you cannot

redo this deal, then I understand. I will let you know (ahead of time) that you have a

fight on your hands. I am coming out fists fully ready and I will not go down easy. You

can take your time or we can have a quick face to face. Your choice. I never said I

would lay down peacefully. You can write me back if you would like. I will even 

enclose a pre-addressed pre-paid envelope. I think you have a lot of issues. Do not

mean to be rude but you picked this fight...not me.

                                                        Fighting like a fighter should,

                                                               your nemesis, Holly

P.S. before you pick on anyone else or even think you should....finish the fight with me.

I will be ready anytime ,anyplace , anywhere....leave other folks alone, you twit. 

(twit is not what I want to say but I am not a great user of profanity) but you Cancer 

are an a--hole. (just sayin') 

Reviews

[ShelleyA]

A beautiful and powerful write, Holly. A well crafted letter to your adversary. Heartfelt and tenacious. Excellent use of metaphor. Deep expression of emotion. Your strength and courage shines in this write. A powerful testament of determination to overcome this enemy that I can relate to. Excellent closing, confident and brave. Be well and I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.

[Holly Mason]

thank you fine lady....cancer is an enemy but it is here it is all around ...trying to talk about it can be difficult ...I am trying to lighten that situation up*)
thank you again

[ShelleyA]

You're very welcome, Holly.

[jacob erin-cilberto]

this is powerful and brave....an in your face letter to make cancer stop and think.

keep strong my friend...keep fighting.

[Holly Mason]

this one gives the reader a squirm to leave words on...but I hope the lightness of it adds a touch of human nature ...thank you fine sir...truly*)

[emmajoy]

'I am coming out fists fully ready and I will not go down easy. You can take your time or we can have a quick face to face. Your choice.'

Oh Holly ...what a wonderfully brave, sad, incredible write, what a woman you are- inside out. This is just about the most moving piece of writing about cancer I've ever read. It hits the core. Means so much. Your friend, and here for you, Em.

[Holly Mason]

in this world folks have cancer...that is it and if I can get folks to talk about it on a humorous more comfortable level...then I am the happiest lady in the world...
thank you so Miss joyful Joy...truly

[s y e]

OMG! I feel bad now, I had no idea you had cancer, Holls - I'm sorry. This is such a tough one, its amazing how you managed to keep such a brave face and smile through it. I'm sure your good humour helped. We're thinking of you, stay strong.

[Holly Mason]

Do not feel bad little princess...this one gives the reader a bit of a squirm when reviewing so I commend you...and yes my humor helps me through much in the world....thank you little princess*) much

[Larry Dyson]

hi Holly,,my favorite word is ASSHAT lots of us know it by that name...smile on dear heart..Laury

[Holly Mason]

I have tried and tried to get the ASSHATS thingy....but ya know it does make me smile...mass produce those hats!!! hahaha Thank you fine sir

[Frieda P]

Tough one to review Holly, but I think you deserve kudos for your strength, endurance and moxy, not to mention your gracious state of mind under these circumstances. I'm sure your humor has helped you through this rough time and will continue throughout. I am in awe of your courage and tenacity my sweet friend. All the best, and I think what you meant to say was 'go f**k yourself Cancer'!

[Holly Mason]

I know this one makes folks well squirmy when it comes to review...so I thank you so fine lady*)...lovin' your words always