Oh, Little One.

 

Oh, Little One in front of me,

I watch the fight you fight.

With the beeping of machines

You sleep soundly through the night.

I sit back and I watch you

And the beating of my heart

Wants nothing more than to take it on

Switch that name up on that chart.

The doctors they keep coming in

I try and read what’s on their face

To see if news they give me

Is delivered with pain or grace

They know that it’s my child

They feel my anxiety and fear

They want to keep me hopeful

And fill my soul with cheer.

Many times this is the case

Sometimes the news is rough

But this little one I’m watching

Is so much more than tough

This little one so fragile

Has courage and won’t quit

Oh, Little One, you have no fear

You amaze me with your spirit.

You smile when you’re hurting

Just so I don’t cry

You accept the challenge of your life

You are a wonder in my eye.

Oh, Little One, sleep well tonight

Let your body just get stronger

As we wait so patiently

And pray your wait won’t last much longer

I can’t wait to see you run again

To dance and play and sing

Didn’t think it was a challenge

That this universe would bring.

There’s no explanation

God, why can’t it be me?

My faith is being tested

More than I ever thought it’d be.

I will never give up hope

I’ll sacrifice it all

Just to see you home again

So we can go play ball.

As hard as it has been for me

To see you like you are

I’m honored to be by your side

You’re shining brighter than a star

Oh, Little One, your epic bravery

No one will forget

So the battle that you’re fighting

Is one I will accept.

                                                                                                                              

                                                                                                                ~Chalese Stevens

 

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