Knowing It Exists Is Not Enough

Think Pink!

Each month be sure to check your breasts, 

To ensure there aren't any unwanted guests.

Cancer's next victim I will not be, 

Checking yourself is the key.

Lumps and bumps I hope not to find, 

Terrible tricks cancer plays on the mind.

A doctor's visit once a year, 

Will help to be sure you're in the clear.

The battle with cancer many have lost, 

Not checking monthly isn't worth the cost.

October we celebrate those who fought and won, 

And searching for a cure is never done.

Knowing it exists isn't enough 

So be aware before it'll be tough 

You could be next if you don't stop and think, 

October...breast cancer awareness...yes...I will think pink!

© Marabi Amfaal Hydara

The Humanitarian Poet