Newspaper

I found the newspaper that was released after I was born.

My family and I made the front page.

My birth made headlines.

Because everyone thought I was going to die.

Everyone thought I wouldn't make it.

Surely a baby weighing 1 pound, 6 ounces would have a hard road ahead.

I read on feeling proud.

And then my heart sunk a little.

I read that before I came into the world, my parents began to plan my funeral.

And even after I was born, they continued to plan my funeral.

My father was thinking about what to say for the Eulogy.

But...

I made it.

I lived.

The real question is.

Why did they continue to plan my funeral?

Even after I was brought home?

Did they not have faith I'd live?

Did they not believe in me?

They say they did, and I believe them..but why continue with the funeral?

It's a hard pill to swallow.

Reviews

[Anjali]

You are a born fighter- a warrior Queen.

[Annette Pisano-Higley]

Sometimes there are no answers and we just have to accept. Perhaps your parents just wanted to prepare the worst, to shield their hearts, while praying for the best- that you survive..What an amazing poem and story. Clearly you were destined for greatness from the beginning. So glad you are here!

[AcasualPawn]

Well what is reason?????
Can you please elaborate..