Two Years Ago - A Poem for Mia

Two years ago today
A life was changed
A precious little girl
Entered a new world-
A world of doctors
A world of pain;
Mia's life would ne'er be the same.

For two years ago
She contracted Meningitis,
Which spread to her brain
And caused Encephalitis.

Now warrior Mia
Was in a great fight!
But she never gave up
Not a day, not a night

And though the battle was hard
And the odds were frightening,
With the love of her family
Her health was brightening.

Mia's battle isn't over,
She fights everyday
Against seizures and brain damage
But she'll find a way!

Her smiles light the room
And her sweet, happy ways
Give hope to those who love her
And get them through each day.

Mia has seizures
And she's working on walking
Her eyes speak for her
Though she's not yet talking

A precious princess
Lights up our lives
And constantly makes progress
With her courage and drive

We love you, Mia,
From your head to your toes
Your soft little curls
And your button nose

Two years ago
Your life did change
But we'll fight by your side
Forever and always