Rett

Jun 26, 2008 ⭐ See this poem's read count — a supporter feature

MRI

MRI

As I slide slowly inside
I am about to scream,
thinking that something this tight
I haven't seen since age thirteen.

In and out I slide
to metal bending sounds
and each time it gets harder
to keep from breaking down.

Finally, I can't take no more
for I'm about to blow.
Lunging out, I'm off and running
to where I do not know.

Backless gown blowing in the breeze,
at a run I reach the door.
There is no stopping me,
I can't take it any more!

Outside, the windy moon
is shining lily white,
but I have no thoughts for that;
gulping air to ease my fright.

Strangers walking by just stare
at the stranger who has cracked,
until finally I'm calm enough
to feel a draft upon my back.

Red-faced, but still shaking,
my modesty I've rediscovered
and manage to go back inside,
get dressed and fully covered.

Well, I found out what I didn't know,
another way I'm flawed,
but amidst the jeers and laughter,
some ladies did applaud!

— Rett, Jun 26, 2008

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Region, Country: Southern Texas, USA

Favorite Poets: Dickenson, Longfellow

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Critiques

tbeaudet

18 years ago

You must be claustrophobic

my friend.... A very whimsical story. Thanks for sharing. Tom

Rett

18 years ago

Tom

I wish it were whimsical. True story even the last part!*LOL* I was so embarassed. I didn't know I was that claustrophobic. I get open MRI's now. Rett: They say that money talks. Sadly, my wallet has laryngitis!

infinite_dwarf

18 years ago

Rett

Lucky the ladies didn't sneak in a goosing! While it was amusing, I feel bad for the people where this is a reality. As Tom said, I think it's the feeling of claustrophobia. The whirring always wanted to make me go to sleep, so obviously the MRI is no problem for me. Nicely done, friend! ~Jess K. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ ~ "Everyone needs to believe in something. I believe I'll have another beer!" ~ "Your inferiority complex is better than mine!"

Rett

18 years ago

Jess K.

I get open MRI's now. I didn't know I was that bad. I knew I was a little, the good thing is I know what it stems from, just doesn't do any good. *L* The whole story is true from beginning to end. Embarrassing as heck. Rett: They say that money talks. Sadly, my wallet has laryngitis!

Mark

18 years ago

lol at the first stanza

lol was in a research program and had 14 MRIs with 7 MRSs lol they even put my head in a small cage rofl. I used the mirror and it helped and I also meditated (fell asleep a few time ) They had some sense of humor huh - cool lol mark

Rett

18 years ago

mark

*LOL* Yeah, they did. One of the nurses said she has seen all kinds of reaction but mine was the worst she had seen in a long while. It is funny as heck now. I just make sure I don't get into those situation. Oddly enough elevators don't bother me for the short time I am in them. Thanks for reading and getting a chuckle out of it. Rett: They say that money talks. Sadly, my wallet has laryngitis!

Barbara Writes

18 years ago

Rett

Smiles:) Barbara You made me laugh great write friend. Seriously I am going through these MRI as i write this comment My first about two weeks ago lasted two hours the medicine they gave me in the iv made me vomit. they said only one out of 25 get sick well I was that one. they gave me a button to press if I got sick and I did they rush in pull me out and I almost throw up my whole stomach as it was empty. Horrible I had to be wheeled chaired to my car after it was over. Today result no answers to my sickness. Neurologist order new MRI and more test in July and august whole body work all over again in areas that was concentrated on the first time. thank god its not what I thought it was. but doc won't tell me what he think it may be. But says he will find whats causing the problems. Sorry I am preoccupied with my dilemma right now as it causes me much difficulty. Your experience was well written and was a joy to read. I have one minor suggestion, till may sound better with until. you probably prefer till either way it was a blast. I can imagine the embarrassment sorry you had to experience it. Your writing was so great it was like being there.

Rett

18 years ago

Barbara

Again you are spot on. Until it will be. I tend to use till a lot and this time until sounds better. This is kind of freaky. My neighbor, Mr. Hayslip has, I think it is his brother's wife that is having extreme diarhea and vomiting and they can't find out what is causing it. I hope they find out your problem soon and you get better. I'm pulling for you my friend. I am glad my poem about my experience brought some laughter into your life. I appreciate the suggestion and you taking the time to read and comment. Best wishes. Rett: They say that money talks. Sadly, my wallet has laryngitis!

Barbara Writes

18 years ago

You are welcome Rett

Smiles:) Barbara Thanks for considering me and being there to make me feel better about myself By the way I like your slogan very catchy

DarkinAZ

18 years ago

Reminds me...

of when I got a ultra sound on my Jewels, kinda weird and a little uncomfortable, some pretty lady rub'n jelly on me there, almost wanted her digits. Great write, very amusing. Sincerely, Mark

infinite_dwarf

18 years ago

OMG!!

That would have been quite embarrassing to do a full salute. I'm glad I'm not a man. Though I will confess, messed up my knee when I was younger, and at the end of the physical therapy sessions, my therapist would massage out any stresses in my knee and leg.... and he was feekin' HOT! Sadly, he was also married, and I was only 15 or 16 at the time. Sorry to hijack your comments with unrelated matter, Rett. Also sorry to hear that this was a true experience. Left me with some pretty funky images of your both, though. *grins* ~Jess K. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ ~ "Everyone needs to believe in something. I believe I'll have another beer!" ~ "Your inferiority complex is better than mine!"

Rett

18 years ago

Jess k

*LOL* Nothing like the windy moon hangin out to get your attention. Thanks for the comments. Rett: They say that money talks. Sadly, my wallet has laryngitis!

Rett

18 years ago

ROTFLMAO

Been there, done that. Getting ready for heart caths. Really kinda freaky. Happened to my brother and he had the gallant reflex, but the nurse just took her finger and thumped him really hard on the jewels. end or that. Rett: They say that money talks. Sadly, my wallet has laryngitis!

Janice Pearce

18 years ago

Rett

What a hoot! great description from what my hubby tells me, for I've never had to have one.

Rett

18 years ago

Janice

Glad you got a laugh out of it. It was funny as heck in retrospect. I get open MRI's now. LMAO* Rett: They say that money talks. Sadly, my wallet has laryngitis!

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