Mommy, please don't cry for me
because in your heart i'll always be
I can no longer run, dance, or play
I am in constant pain all through the day.

I'm tired, hurt, and broken
The truth of my condition is rarely spoken
Please promise me you won't cry
In time we will all die

Mommy, please wipe the tears from your eye
for in this bed I won't much longer lie
I'm sleepy, numb, and sad
Please don't think you did anything bad!

Mommy, I don't want to close my eyes once more
because when I do your heart will be sore.
But my eyes are heavy and there's no pain;
how can this time seem so plain?

Mommy, please don't be mad my dreams won't come true
Because for now I've done what I'm supposed to do
I'm no longer gonna be scared
Because you and others really cared

Mommy, when I go to sleep one more time,
Will I go to heaven to see the gates?
Are you going with me;
Or will I need to sit and wait?

I know you say you'll miss me
But think of how I soon will be
I'll be able to play and dance til really late
Something I haven't done since that sad date.

Mommy, I'm gonna close my eyes now
I'll be with you someway, somehow
My breathes are tough
My eyes feel rough

So,mommy, I've got to go to sleep
Please try real hard not to weep
Will you tuck me in one last time?
I'm gonna see the gates that shine

I love you mommy, remember that
If you miss me remember where I'm at
So good bye for now; I see you then
I'll wait there at the time you come through, I don't know when

So,mommy, I'll tell you goodnight
I hear the voice "come toward the light."
Mommy, it's a beautiful sight.
Remember I love you and goodnight

Victoria Gillilan