A Pea and a Grapefruit
A week or so ago, I had a pea-sized lump removed from my left breast. I had to wait 2 ½ days to find out if it was benign or malignant, which also meant putting my life entirely on hold while waiting. I could not help but reflect back to another lump, but this one was the size of a grapefruit and it was in my mother, not me.
My Mom died 32 years ago today of ovarian cancer. She had had a lump the size of a grapefruit which her first doctor unbelievably did not detect, but her second doctor most certainly did. Thank goodness I have a thorough and aware doctor! A pea is harder to see than a grapefruit! I was ready to fight this thing and face this detour if it was malignant. Luckily, it was benign! My Mom fought hers, even flew to a special hospital; she had wanted to live. So, I have another chance to move on and make the most of my days.
The message? How many fears or how many problems do you have today? Will they fit into a pea or a grapefruit or perhaps a huge pumpkin? Whatever it is, stuff it or squeeze them into that thing where they fit AND flick it away! Visualize sling-shotting it into outer space! Be grateful for what you have; you have everything you need. Enjoy the day!