Please Don't Take Her Away

By: Stephanie MacDonald

My mother had a heart attack today
I didn't know what to do or say.
Laying there with her hands up to her heart.
I pray to God this isn't where we part.

While our life hadn't always been the best

With strength and courage the past can rest

This must be another test
Short of breath, your arm grows numb.
Keep on fighting, do not succumb.
I dialed 911 when you said don't call at all.
That was the first time in my life I felt that small.
They took you to the hospital and I began to follow.
Following the ambulance, it was hard to swallow.
I finally made my way up to your room,
Strapped to a bed, your heart black and blue.
I thought of all the times, both good and bad.
You are always my mother, how can I stay mad
Don't take my mommy away, I pray.
Please keep her here with me another day
I hope this is a dream that isn't real.

So hard to know what to say or feel.
I wish I could've taken your pain away.
But I thank the Lord you're here today.