William Gage Parker

Wanting to be three instead of just two-

Your mom and dad prayed-asking the Lord just for you!

And, just before Christmas in 2010-

That prayer was answered-and, a new chapter in their life would begin!

Everything was perfect-going along just fine-

Then, the morning sickness started-and, your mom couldn't dine!

A few more weeks into the pregnancy-with family standing around,

The doctor said on the ultrasound a cystic hygroma was found.

The doctors said the outlook isn't all that great-

For most babies like this, there is only a 20% survival rate.

Of course we were worried- we've never heard of this before-

But, we knew no matter what we wanted you in our arms to adore!

So, we got on our knees and we asked the Lord to heal you-

And, your parents- why one day-you'll know their testimony too!

They never gave up-their faith only increased-

And, we said we will Praise His Name for He is the High Priest!

And,before we knew it- well, you didn't need that specialist anymore-

The doctor said he's perfect-we don't even see the fluid we saw before!

Then, on July 14, we gave shouts of praise to the Lord!

For you were here with us and your Daddy was cutting the cord!

We'll never forget the moment you were born that day-

Your Mama cried your name as upon her chest you would lay!

Ten long fingers and precious tiny feet,

You were healthy as you could be-so precious and so sweet!

Don't ever forget,William Gage Parker- as you grow and become a young man-

You're a precious miracle-and, for you, God has a great plan!!

*I wanted to share this with everyone! Gage's aunt Dawn wrote this for him. She is just a great writer!! I cry every time I read this.

Thanks again Aunt Dawn. We love you!!!!*