Poppy vs. MRI

My dear Poppy,

Today was another one of those "mom moments." I've had quite a few of those this month. These are moments of pure selflessness. Some day it will look more like giving you the last hotdog when I'm still hungry myself. But today it meant passing up an MRI scan on my still painful back because it held a slight, potential risk of damaging your hearing. This month, before I've ever met you I've had to choose you over myself, your health over mine. Let me tell you, a mom's love is overwhelming and natural. But it doesn't mean it's not a choice that takes thought, consideration and decision. And I wouldn't change a thing. You were worth every moment.

Love,

Mom