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Healing On the Isle of Ova

The Isle of Ova, a place to heal. Health takes an ugly turn and the aftermath of solving one problem, brings on another entire set of new ones. The Isle of Ova is a place for reflection. Healing can begin when you take time to really sit and think about things that transpire.

Life is such a magical wonder. Such small organs of a woman’s body have so many beneficial and essential functions. Modern technology in medicine makes it possible to take care of uterine fibroids and other women’s health problems. This poem was written in recognition of Fibroid Awareness Month. 



Dear Ovaries
You hold the beginning
Until time to go down the halls
Into the incubator

The incubator which awaits the sperm
Fertilizing, growing, forming
Just what mother nature intended
Creating life, performing

Dear Ovaries
Release protecting hormones
Estrogen, progesterone, testosterone
Supporting libido all the way through
Helping with strength of my bones

Dear Ovaries
Regulating hormonal balances
Body temperature, sleep cycle
Emotional and physical health alike

Ovaries, I bid you farewell
Fibroids, ovarian cysts invading space
Pain, bleeding, energy drained
Quality of life displaced

Pain and bleeding stopped, energy restored
New set of angst replaced
Hot flashes, insomnia, moodiness and night sweats
A sense of loss and new body shape

HRT, calcium, vitamin D
Bones slowly restoring health
Libido in the wind
Wondering if you will ever see it again

Dear Ovaries
Such an organ to behold
Your functions, more precious than gold
Oophorectomy means to take
A woman's core keepsake

Healing On the Isle of Ova is written in response to the W3 Prompt #169.

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33 replies on “Healing On the Isle of Ova”

Amen. I felt this deep in my soul. As someone who has battled fibroids, I know the silent pain, the emotional toll, and the strength it takes just to function some days. Thank you for writing this, it’s definitely a conversation that needs to be had more openly. Our bodies carry so much, and this poem honors that truth with such grace and power. Now the question is, at 50, do I get a hysterectomy or do I not! It’s too much trying to keep everything functional 🤦🏽‍♀️
Well done O’Nika!!!

Thank you so much! Yes, this conversation is much needed, but it seems like it is taboo. As women, we go through many things that aren’t always visibly noticed. I truly believe there is comfort just in talking about it. Thank you, LaToya! 🥰🙌🙏

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This is a heartfelt and deeply personal poem, O’Nika. Your direct address to the ovaries gives the piece a powerful sense of intimacy and reverence, blending biology with emotional truth. The transition from honoring function to grieving loss is especially poignant. The closing lines echo with strength and sorrow—“a woman’s core keepsake” is a haunting and beautiful way to frame what’s gone. Well done. 🌸

Lesley, thank you so much for seeing the deep personal tone of the poem. I decided to share in hopes that my experience may help others. Anyone, who may have some of the same emotions can find some comfort in knowing that they are not alone. That their feelings are valid. Thank you for sharing your perspective and your words are very meaningful! 💛🙏😊

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O’Nika, your poem feels both intimate and resonant—“such an organ to behold” lingers with me. I really appreciate how you gave voice to the physical and emotional journey with honesty, reverence, and grace.

Much love,
David

David, yes, this kind of procedure takes a physical and emotional toll. One cannot imagine the time it takes to heal and the impact of how life changing it is. I appreciate your kind words of sincerity. 🙏😊

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I’m at an age now where I have several female friends who have been through this process. I have no idea what anything the female body goes through really feels like. As others mention – an interesting and thoughtful take on the prompt.

I am grateful for your comments! A woman’s body goes through many stages. This particular surgery is a major one! Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts! 🙏🙌💛

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