Don't Let Go

"The darkness began to fade away as I took in my new surroundings. My breathing was slow, but surely, it came at a steady pace, almost as if I were falling asleep again. It smelled strongly of...doctor? My eyes widened as I realized I was in a hospital bed. I turned, frantically searching for someone, anyone. To my left I saw my mother crying in my father's arms as he held her. She turned to me not seeming fazed at all that I was awake. She leant down and smoothed her hand over my forehead in a soothing manner. With new tears forming in her eyes, she whispered in a broken voice, 'It's okay to let go sweetheart. If it's your time...then...just let go.'"