Mammogram Shmamogram

A poem to encourage women to advocate for their health and remind them that a few minutes of discomfort can end up saving the many years ahead of you!

They are large, they are small, some you can barely see at all.

They are uneven, they are saggy, they are heavy beyond reason.

Some are pointy, some are round and some annoy us into the ground.

They are unique, fascinating and somehow complement our physique.

We call them “the girls,” our boobies, our ta ta’s, our breasts.

We hide them, we show them off and we buy bras for them to rest.

They feed our babies or stress new moms to the max.

Your relationships to them is your own, but below are the facts.

Whether you love them or hate them you really need to try to save them.

If you are 40, welcome to club! It’s time to give yours a new kind of rub!

It may not be comfortable, and it may not feel right.

If you can’t take the squish, simply stare at the light!

Just once a year make it a priority,

Take care of your health because you have the authority.

Make the appointment and within minutes…Bam!

You have now scheduled your first Mammogram!

Don’t be shy and do not fear!

All the stories and jokes about this you’ll hear.

Life is beautifully precious and so are you.

Don’t let Breast Cancer sneak in and ruin your view.

Written in memory of my brave Aunt Annie, who passed away from Breast Cancer at the age of 38. She had an incredible sense of humor and her laughter was contagious. It’s been nearly 22 years since we’ve seen her beautiful smile and she is still so dearly missed.

***If you have a family history of Breast Cancer or are considered a high-risk patient, talk to your doctor about scheduling a Mammogram at age 30.***