Comment from Karen Cherry Threadgill

Excellent

Perfectly done. It's a shame I am out of sixes. Keep your fingers crossed I get my final approval for my new home soon. waiting is a real pain. Karen :-)

 Comment Written 25-Jun-2024

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reply by the author on 25-Jun-2024

Thanks, Karen...My mother had breast cancer three times before she lost her battle and every time I go for my mammogram, I feel the tension as I wait and wonder if this is my time. It's a scary feeling. Thanks for the review.
Smiles, Carol

reply by Karen Cherry Threadgill on 25-Jun-2024

If a man had a procedure which required their dick getting smashed like pie dough, They sure would have developed something new and easy some time ago.:-)

Comment from BermyBye50

Excellent

Begin,

Congrats on winning Flash 100 Contest. Your story is compelling and highlights the anxiety we all experience when awaiting a worrisome medical diagnoses. Well done.

All the best,

Eugene

 Comment Written 28-May-2024

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reply by the author on 29-May-2024

Hello, Eugene...Thanks for taking the time to read my flash and for your kind comments. I always appreciate it very much.
Smiles, Carol

Comment from Stephen Wendt

Excellent

This really seemed to have been written from the heart and a true experience, I hope it isn't, I would hope no one has to got through losing someone, then wait for their own results.

 Comment Written 27-May-2024

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reply by the author on 29-May-2024

Thanks so much for stopping and reading my story. My Mom fought cancer three times and in the end it finally won. I worry each year but so far, it is good.
Smiles, Carol

Comment from LJbutterfly

Excellent

I love the happy ending to this story. After tests, the possibility of breast cancer or any cancer is devastating. My husband had a cancer diagnosis a few years ago, but a second opinion proved the first doctor was wrong. We weree as pleased as the young lady in your story must have been. Congratulations on your well deserved win.

 Comment Written 22-May-2024

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reply by the author on 23-May-2024

Thanks Lorraine. I based it on the fact that not long ago I had my mammogram and they found a small lump. Of course, I panicked. But it was benign and all is well. but knowing my mother had cancer three times scares me. I was beyond happy.
Smiles, Carol

Comment from Jill D

Excellent

Thank God for that! Waiting on a result of this nature can be endless and of course no matter how many times you hear the words ' it will be ok' it doesn't make you feel any better. You feel like you're in limbo. You're mum was certainly there with you. I do believe when we lose a loved one they are never far away.
All the best.
Jill:)

 Comment Written 22-May-2024

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reply by the author on 23-May-2024

Thanks so much. My mom had breast cancer three times and each time they said they got it all...but in the end it spread throughout her whole body. It's scary each time I go for a checkup. Thanks so much for your kind review.
Smiles, Crol

Comment from Wendy G

Excellent

Yes the reliving of the experience with her mother, and her mother's subsequent death, plus knowing there is a genetic component to breast cancer vulnerability would have made this a very scary experience. I can imagine her relief. Well written.
Wendy

 Comment Written 21-May-2024

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reply by the author on 23-May-2024

Thanks, Wendy...The story rings true. My mother bounced back three times from breast cancer, but it claimed her in the end. I always fear my checkups....
Smiles, Carol

Comment from Thesis

Excellent

This is a good entry to the contest. While fiction, it is a very relatable story for many women who have a constant fear of this happening to them. Because of the circumstances you portray, it is more touching since this situation turned out differently for the character's mother.

 Comment Written 21-May-2024

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reply by the author on 23-May-2024

My mother fought breast cancer three times before it claimed her life. I shiver every time I have a check up wondering if this time ..... Thank you so much for the review.
Smiles, Carol

Comment from Bill Schott

Excellent

This one-hundred-word story, Answered Prayer, has the proper word count and takes the readers to the moment when the worst fears are put to rest. Nice.

 Comment Written 21-May-2024

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reply by the author on 23-May-2024

My mother faced cancer three times..She was a warrior, for sure. It makes a person consider their vulnerability when they have checkups as well. Thanks so much for your review.
Smiles, Carol

Comment from Debbie D'Arcy

Excellent

This anxiety must be so relatable to so many! I like the little flashback to give your story depth and perspective. Plus, you chose well with the image which enhances the emotion of the piece. An excellent flash! Good luck! Debbie

 Comment Written 21-May-2024

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reply by the author on 23-May-2024

Thanks Debbie for your kindness and the review. My mom faced cancer three times before it finally won the battle. I appreciate your thoughtfulness.
Smiles, Carol

Comment from Mia Twysted

Excellent

This is a very well-done piece. I felt for her and was engaged hoping she herself was not going to have to go through the same things as her mother. When the doctor came in and gave her the results I took a cleaning breath.

 Comment Written 21-May-2024

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reply by the author on 23-May-2024

Me too! My mom faced breast cancer three times before it claimed her. She was a warrior. I don't think I can be as brave as her. Thanks for the kind review.
Smiles, Carol