Together We Are Strong

We've only met on the internet:
a friend of a friend, and yet,
I feel your pain and send you love
with prayers for care from God above.

You've won the battle twice before
and God will not give you more
than you can handle on your own
but we are with you; You're not alone.

I've signed on to join your crew
and, just like that, our numbers grew.
When Team Monique Teal Sisters unite,
we all, as one, can win this fight.

There's still much more of life to live
and lots of joy and love to give.
A good man is hard to find;
You've got the best: loving and kind.

You both are heroes in my book
for maintaining a healthy outlook:
facing down the monster within
and not allowing cancer to win.

I admire your strength and bravery too,
in spite of all you've been through
so, dry your tears and battle on.
You're too tough to be cancer's pawn.


March 14, 2018
Copyright © | Year Posted 2018

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Terry Avatar
August 8, 2019 at 12:01 AM
Sadly, Monique lost her battle with cancer on July 31and passed away while resting. She was a warrior and inspiration to all who knew her. I'll miss your smile and Facebook chats, Monique. Rest peacefully sweetheart.
Fleming Avatar
April 22, 2019 at 10:57 PM
So beautiful. Life can sure be difficult, but support from one another is a huge motivation to keep on pushing! Thank you for sharing!
Wolf Avatar
April 19, 2019 at 6:26 PM
I just had to read this to make sure it wasn't some kind of lyric echoing Hilary Clinton's 2016 'campaign slogan... Anyway, she's got her 'Big Bubba' to console her, doesn't she?! So, she doesn't need our help, (as if she'd get it!). :) gw
Wolf Avatar
April 21, 2019 at 11:53 PM
I sure did enter Michael Wegman's contest...And I believe we met at that 'Hilary for Knitting' rally back in Iowa in 2015. (LOL). :) gw
Terry Avatar
April 19, 2019 at 7:24 PM
Gershon, did you enter Michael Wegman's contest. You're probably a natural for a top spot. You seem familiar to me. Do I know you from somewhere? Maybe we just think alike. Lol
Terry Avatar
April 19, 2019 at 7:10 PM
I see we have a deplorable in common. I was contemplating entering Michael's contest but was afraid my contempt for a former first lady might get the best of me. You know, 'if you can't say anything nice...'
Roper Avatar
March 26, 2018 at 2:14 PM
Congratulations on your win, Janece,great meaningful verse .. Hugs Eve
Wigley Avatar
March 25, 2018 at 2:25 AM
Congrats, Janece, a fine write. Viv x
Gauthier Avatar
March 24, 2018 at 11:43 PM
Well written, Janece. Congrats on your win.
Gentry Avatar
March 24, 2018 at 9:18 PM
Congratulations on your win. There is so much truth here and support.
Andresen Avatar
March 22, 2018 at 4:05 PM
- Congratulations on your 1st place in the contest, Janece :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)
One Avatar
March 22, 2018 at 4:02 PM
So many people find great friends on the internet, who are always there for them.. A great theme for the contest Janece.. Congratulation on your first place, we should all be there for one another, so we can all be strong..
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