Dolce Angelo

When you are a tiny baby,
born too soon
you might open your eyes for the very first time in the NICU
and look into the eyes of your nurse.

You will find a compassionate professional
who remembers that you are a person
and not just a tiny object.

Your nurse will give you skilled medical care
and affection.
She will know your family
and guide them through this difficult time.

If your condition worsens
your nurse will want to be there
to care for you
and make you as comfortable as possible.

If you should slip away from this life that we know
she will be honored to take you downstairs
so that it is someone you know, who brings you
to the place where you will be prepared for your next journey
to a church, or a burial ground.

Know this-
though you have not seen anything outside of the walls of the hospital
did not ever get the chance to run, or play, or laugh
you received one of life's most precious gifts.

You were loved.

You will be remembered.