Living on Borrowed Time

I better make good use of it

By Seema PatelPublished about a year ago • 1 min read

With two complicated pregnancies,

I teetered on the edge of death.

I survived, through my body's resilience

and the expertise of the medical team.

If I had succumbed, it would have been the end

of my sojourn on this Earth,

where I am, a guest, just passing by.

I was given more time,

so I can see my kids grow,

not let them wallow in sorrow.

For I can enjoy nature,

bask in its wonder, and explore.

I am grateful for the extended stay,

and I don’t take it for granted.

I’d better work to pay it back

by leaving an impact through my work.

I am Seema. I contribute to PubMed, Blogger, Medium, LinkedIn, Substack, Amazon KDP, Vocal Media.

I write on nature, health, parenting, creativity, gardening, social issues.

My art shop: https://artsforhealinggifts.etsy.com

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