You're My Gravity.
One Yesterday
Willow holds my hair as I throw up for the tenth time this day. I wasn't pregnant. I just had my period, and I haven't had intercourse in months.
“What's wrong? “ Ben asks.
“I'm okay, it's probably just a stomach flu.”
“in the middle of May? “ he adds, worried.
“Ben.. I'm okay. Honestly.” I say once I started to brush my teeth. “Just the flu.” He rolls his eyes, and so does Willow. They don't look so convinced. I walk between them both and yawn. “I'm tired. I'm going to sleep.” I walk towards the bedroom, and I meet the floor.
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“Sandra?” I look at my hospital gown. I held onto a tissue as I calmed my anxiety. I had a check up done. The doors open and I look at the doctor as he looks at Ben and Willow.
“Well?” I say to clear the environment from becoming so awkward.
“Mrs. Fuentes.have you noticed anything unusual?” I shake my head.
“just more tired and a lot of stomach pains, but I just had my period.” he nods and sighs. “What is it Doc?”
“Sandra, Ben, Willow. I treated your mother until her last days and I will do the same.”
Same
Then it hit me.
Like cold water.
Like Mike's ring.
“I have cancer… don't I? “ Ben gasps and Willow holds my hand tightly. “Don't I?!” I scream at him. He nods, slowly. And I hear my heart shatter into a million pieces.
“which type?”
“Colon. I'm sorry. I will make an appointment to see how far and how big this tumor is. I will do everything in my power to save your life, Sandra. “
“How long? “ Willow asks.
“I can't tell right now. I need more tests.” I let go of my sister’s hand and reach for my phone. I texted my husband, because I knew he would want to know.
“I know your plan, now listen to me carefully. Here's the thing. I've been diagnosed with cancer, and I don't know how long I have. I love you Michael. Please get well soon.”
Notes
Uhhhhh.
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Song inspiration : One Yesterday by Fall Out Boy
Finally!! They talked, yessss! This was so freaking necessary to have this conversation. I love that they can still laugh and joke admist all of this pain, despite everything they really do love each other
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