Sarah Dreams

I have fought with myself
struggled with decisions
angry at mistakes made
and second guessing next steps.

I have fought to protect my son
from strangers who might do him harm
situations he's not yet equipped to handle
and from ideas that will surely corrupt.

I would stand toe to toe with the Devil,
fight to the death and forfeit my soul
just to spare him one single heartbreak
determined, unafraid, and without thinking twice.

My own fights remembered
as hurtful as they were
left me with knowledge and experience,
things my son doesn't know that I know.

All to prepare me
for the biggest battle of my life.
Failure is not an option
and I'll need God's help - Help me, dear Lord, save my son from himself.
(c)Cass M.

*Note-Poem and picture provided by Cass. M. done for her son. (today is his birthday,

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