a phone call from my mother
she is in the ambulance
my father is on the gurney
we meet them at the emergency room
he is in agonizing pain
the O.R. is being prepared
I wrap my fingers through his
"I wish I could kiss your hand" he whispers
I place my cold hand against his warm cheek
he turns his head and delicately places his lip against my palm
"You are doing so good" I say.
I tell him I've spoken with my sister in Boston
and he cries.
"The world goes round cause of dads" read a text from my friend.
She knows about dads and daughters.
today my world is still going round.
8 comments:
Oh goodness!
MANY prayers coming your way.
Starting right now.
I love this picture of them so much. Give them my best and I have been praying for them too. Love you-Gina
I heard the news yesterday. Praying lots for him! I'm so glad he's okay. May your world keep on going round for a very long time!
Oh goodness! Praying for a speedy recovery and peace for your family.
I'm so sorry -
Love Em
Jod-I'm so sorry. Is there anything I can do? Anything you need? How terrifying that must have been for you. All of you are in our prayers. Hang in there.
Wishing your Dad a speedy recovery. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Love you! Janell & Paul
I hope your Dad is feeling better! Thinking of you and your family. Ola
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