The Warrior
A Woman's Battle Through Infertility
Of patiently waiting to hear the results,
Of having to ask the questions,
Without getting the answers.
I'm dreading going down this road,
Of having my body prodded and probed,
Of dealing with the insensitivities of others,
Without getting results.
I'm dreading moving on,
Of choosing another health care provider,
One that will really "listen" to what I say,
And sometimes what I don't.
I'm dreading how I feel,
Of the captivating process,
Engulfing me in confusion,
Overwhelming me with sadness.
I'm stuck in my decisions,
Not knowing where to turn,
Searching for support,
Getting nothing in return.
Relying on a man-made system,
A clinical apparition,
To do what should come naturally,
With all this indecision.
Allowing time to take it's course,
A warrior in the saddle,
Riding forth into the unknown,
To conquer the final battle.
Published by Joanne Lynch
Currently working as an Agency Training Coordinator for the State of CT. My life has been completely devoted to advocacy for people with disabilities. I am currently a full time working professional, mother,... View profile
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Good poetry, I was unable to read the final verse due to the ad being in the way.
I've never been a father, but at least I was in control really. It must be dreadful beyond words to want children and not being able to have them. Moving, and very powerful poem. Feels like you're talking straight to me.
This is a beautiful and brave poem. My prayers are with you!
Excellent poem although I have not had that type of experience so I cannot truthfully said, "I know how you feel", but I can feel your pain thru your poem. Sometimes we just have to realize that the decision is not always in our hands.
I lost faith in the health care system last year. It was an eye opening and frightening experience. Beautifully written, I can relate to your poem.