Dear God
I’d like to negotiate
a reasonable exchange
My good health
for that of my son
I’ll take on his asthma
I know how it works
each breath is a struggle
through lips often tinged blue
I think my request’s fair
after all, it was you
who entrusted this child
into my tender care
and he came encumbered
with the duty of care
that accompanies health deficiencies
I’m willing to accept
his biofilm too
the one that developed
due to an enclosed sinus
I’m sure you remember
as it caused us such pain
and it wasn’t really fair
to do that to a child
but I’ll put it behind us
If you’ll consider my deal
As for his eyesight
damaged by cortizone
worsened by bad genes
I’d rather he had
my 20/20 vision
I want him to see
each leaf on each tree
and not to bear a burden of worry
he’ll loose what little he’s got
I’m his mother, you see
and I’ll willingly sacrifice
everything I have
for this lovely young man
I call my son.
by Roberta Eaton
roberta-writes.com 
Every mother’s prayer in poetic poem, well done!
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Thank you, Priscilla
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Oh, Robbie…I think you have put all of our wishes into words…xxx
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Thank you, Carol. No mother wants to see her child suffer.
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Spoken like a true mom. xo
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Thank you, Darlene
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A very eloquent write with great sensitivity.
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Thank you, Danny
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Very sweet, Roberta. Mother’s never give up, and would willingly stop at nothing to protect their children.
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Thank you, Dan
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So beautiful, we are all like this with our children. I would give all I have to make their lives , easier, better even now when the are grown men with children of their own.
All three of the boys have asthma it does get better as the get older and it is much better dealt with these days.
Just keep loving them Robbie it’s all you can do 💜💜
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Sweet and beautiful and powerful, Robbie!
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Thank you, Tom. I wish he could just stay healthy now.
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❤
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God has a purpose for us all, especially the young. Your poem is heartbreaking, Robbie, but so beautifully written. An intimate letter to God. May he bless your son, and lessen his burdens. I’ll keep you both in my prayers, dear friend. ❤️
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Thank you, Dorinda. I get so tired of all the stress. Just when things are going well, illness strikes with renewed ferocity. I know you also have had problems with your daughter’s and your own health, so you understand. Hugs.
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I do, Robbie. And it’s so hard when it’s your child going through it. If you ever need to talk, vent, anything, I’m here. ❤
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Thank you, Dorinda.
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Very beautiful poem. My dad has asthma – I wonder if his parents felt this way.
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Thank you, they may have as asthma is frightening to watch.
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What mother would not empathise? You are both blessed to have each other, Robbie.
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Thank you, Sue. I wrote this poem after I read your post about Nick. I need to be strong like you are.
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I rather think you already are, Robbie. x
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What a wonderful prayer, Robbie! I think God will hear, and there will be help. Sometimes its very hard to wait on. As Sue said: Have each other together i a first blessing, i think too. Best wishes, Michael
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Thank you, dear Michael. We are lucky that we can afford good treatment for Michael, but sometimes it just feels a bit endless. Have a lovely Sunday.
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Best wishes, Robbie! Thank you, have a good start into the new week. Michael
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I wish it was that simple to put in a request to God for our kids. Very moving.
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I know, Denise, but it makes me feel better and every little bit helps. Hugs.
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Hugs back.
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I have to believe God listens, Robbie. He may not be able to change your son’s health, but He’s given you the strength and endurance to protect him through thick and thin- a blessing ❤
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Thank you, Jacquie. Michael has been much better lately so this sudden change for the worse has been frightening and upsetting. Writing this poem helped me put things into perspective.
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It certainly seems unfair that a young life is blighted by these things. Beautifully put.
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Thank you, I appreciate your comment.
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Beautifully written. Very touching. 🙂
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Thank you, Kevin. I am pleased you liked this poem.
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A touching piece, Roberta. As a fellow parent, I appreciate your perspective.
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Thank you, Pete. When you are a parent, your heart lives outside your body.
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Beautiful, Robbie. I remember thinking, praying, saying the same thing to God about my daughter’s asthma. She had severe asthma from birth to about two years ago. She went through acupuncture and natural medicine and didn’t get any better. I don’t know what led her to stop dairy products. She hasn’t bad asthma attack for two years.
Asthma is an individual thing. It doesn’t hurt to explore different things such as allergy or reduce stress.
A friend who is a young Ph.D. from Oxford and a professor now. He has no immune system and is allergic to books for 10 years!!!! He had to put books in Ziploc bags to carry around, and to remodel the whole house to get rid of old stuff. He thought he was going to die. Someone told me that he went to a holistic healer in another state. He was told that he had negative thoughts and insecurity (for a Ph.D. professor?). He dealt with it while he was there. He came back to California feeling better. I hope he’ll continue to get better.
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Wow, that is an amazing story, Miriam. I also hope he is better. We found mould behind a mirror in his bedroom and had to have our whole house fixed for damp as the mould was making Michael very sick. It is quite frightening. I am glad Mercy is doing better now. Long may it last.
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That’s what happened to Dr. David and Carl. They couldn’t come to Sunday school because of the mould. The church remodeled the classroom. Regular people can’t tell the difference, but their bodies can tell. I hope Michael will get better.
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We are seeing the doctor tomorrow. I hope so too, Miriam.
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That’s good, Robbie. Michael is still young to have the problem taken care of. The two guys are in 50s and 60s.
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Sad but lovely Robbie. I feel for you and him both 😔
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Thank you, Jessica.
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Oh, Robbie… So sadly beautiful. Thank you for sharing such deeply felt emotions. I’m certain that your prayers are heard… but my hope is that the Universe discovers a better solution for both of you to enjoy wellness.
My light and hugs to you and your son.
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Thank you, Michael. I appreciate your kind message.
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I remember staying over in night in the hospital when my youngest had some surgery.
Even for those who do not regularly request a divine audience – prayer becomes a powerful hope.
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You are right about that, Jules. We often turn to religion and God when we are anxious and worried.
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I think we’ve all had spiritual conversations like that. My asthma is much better than it was when I was younger, as is my daughter’s, and I hope for that future for your son. it’s a horrible feeling when you can’t breathe. (K)
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Thank you, Kerfe. You are right, we all face adversity from time to time in life. I am glad you and your daughter are doing better.
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