Thanks for holding my hand

 While I am trying to hold onto every breath

and every second I can get,

when I hear the reverse countdown clock

ticking its way down to death,

thanks for holding my hand.

While I hold into life,

and am grateful for any extra deep breath

after the expiration date,

I am most grateful for you holding my hand.

I can fall asleep save knowing that 

if I don't wake up,

you will keep my legacy going,

my energy will stay with you,

as it passes from my body to your hand.

Enjoying every second we are connected,

for what could be the last time,

like if there is no tomorrow,

because there is actually no tomorrow,

we can just hold each other close,

so thank you for holding my hand.

I am aware it is difficult,

I am aware you are in pain,

different from my pain,

but valid as any,

so thank you for holding my hand,

holding me holding life.