When I was down with a stomach ailment, <br />And was asked to abstain <br />From my favourite foods and condiments, <br />I didn’t complain. <br /> <br />When my blood pressure became too high, <br />And the doctor asked me to lose weight <br />So I could live long, <br />I thought money on the gym was well spent. <br /> <br />When I injured my back <br />I was asked to take bed rest, <br />It didn’t help <br />So I felt quite upset. <br /> <br />But now they tell me it could be cancer, <br />Because some abnormal cells they found during a routine test. <br />And have warned me I could be in danger, <br />But we will do our best. <br /> <br />Finally I have thrown caution to winds, <br />And follow my own instinct. <br />Everything can be cured with laughter <br />And spending time in nature. <br /> <br />So I have booked a ticket, <br />For a flight on the internet <br />To take me on the seaside, <br />Where my best friend lives on the beach. <br /> <br />I know we will laugh <br />Till our sides burst out. <br />Watch the sun, waves and bright fishing boats <br />With my feet wet with sand, sitting on a black rock. <br /> <br />I have always believed in nature cure, <br />And healing power of laughter. <br />Living in fear is not my cup of tea <br />So I am off to revel in sun, sand and sea.<br /><br />Mamta Agarwal<br /><br />http://www.poemhunter.com/poem/throw-caution-to-wind/
