September 23, 2015

Medicaid

15 pounds she carries.
15 extra pounds of fluid
she brings with her in her right arm.

No care covered.

A disfigured sack that grows larger each week,
and each month,
stealing health, job, home, and dignity.

No care covered.

Breast cancer stole a year of her life,
but without treatment she'll carry this baggage for a lifetime.

No care covered.

- Gina Phillips