They Said

They said you may not make it, They said it couldn’t be. You may not leave the hospital, May never come home with me. A baby born this soon, Is too small to make a sound. So, don’t expect to hear him cry, Like the healthy babies around. You showed them from that moment That you had other plans. You came into the world crying, Kicking, moving your hands. Then, they said it would be tough, And they couldn’t have been more right, But you proved you were strong enough And showed how you could fight. They said your brain was damaged, You may never talk, or see. But, now you babble for hours, And quickly reach for me. They said you may not walk, Or ever learn to crawl, And I can’t keep from smiling, As you disprove them all. They that said it was doubtful You would walk away untouched. But I stayed ever hopeful, For the child I loved so much. See, Mommy never doubted, I knew right from the start. My thoughts were often clouded, But I listened with my heart. I heard a constant voice Saying, “It’s not up to them Hold strong your faith, I have a plan, And a special one for him.” You are child of God, A miracle from above. Sent to prove His mercy, And the power of His love.