Ode to Hailey

You were almost swept away from us
But you didn't succeed
In taking your own breath away
What a sad, desolate deed
Now you lie, in a hospital bed
Unconscious, but alive
I'm still deep in prayer for you
I cannot help but cry
You are truly a shining gem
The Lord has kept on this world
You are a beautiful person
With a scarred but beautiful soul
I just keep on thanking God
That you are still here
I don't think I could handle it if you were gone
So don't you cry any more tears
Abuse is a horrendous crime to go through
Trust me, I've been there as well
And as much as the physical pain throbs
The heart is a living hell
Your father doesn't deserve to have you
Don't leave Stephanie alone
I've been through what you have
And it chills me to the bone
So stay strong, dear Hailey,
Sweet and talented heart
You are a role model to all of us
So please do not depart.
You are our rock
The soul that flies so free
You're gonna be something big someday
You are known and loved by me.

**Hailey, girl, I love you so much, and I didn't sleep a wink last night. I'm so glad to hear that you are alive, hon, because we all respect and love you. Please hang in there... you too, Steph.**
*Carlee*