Superhero Mums

Superhero Mums

(Definition:  Mums of children battling cancer)

By Dr. Yemah Mariama Bockarie

This is for all the courageous mums

Who brave it out there in hospital rooms

Desperately hoping their little one will survive

Never taking for granted each breath of life

The cancer diagnosis was sudden and shocking

Devastated your world, as if the ground was crumpling

Yet day by day, you are strong for your daughter

Even though her body grows weaker and weaker

It is hard for you to watch her go through chemo

And many nights you pray for her not to let go

Though you have been told her chances are slim

You never allow your hope to grow dim

There is so much strength in your silent tears

So much valour, despite a million fears

Battle-weary, exhausted yet still, you stand

Fighting the odds, as you hold her precious hand

Keep believing, keep going, keep shining your light

The best way I know to join in your fight

Is to make this September, one to remember

By raising awareness for childhood cancer