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You've Got This
Pacing back and forth, he is nervous.
Everybody is waiting, the music begins.
I try to ease the situation with a joke.
It helps but he is terrified.
Trying not to let it show, he finally asks
"What if I am not ready?"
I look at him and say
"Take a deep breath.
You love her and she loves you.
Nothing else matters but this moment.
Get out there and say your "I do's"
Don't worry my friend
You've got this."
He has been by her side for hours.
Waiting for the miracle to arrive.
He comes out to update us.
Doctor is going to start the epidural soon.
We go get something from the cafeteria.
He is so excited but afraid at the same time.
I tell him
"Take a deep breath.
Everything will change
when you hold that miracle in your arms.
You both will make great parents.
There is nothing to be afraid of my friend.
You've got this."
Standing there I am at a loss of words.
I am so afraid of what’s next.
Telling my best friend the news.
"Looks like I may have what my grandpa had."
I try to act like it’s not getting to me.
but inside I am breaking down.
he says to me
"Take a deep breath.
You have been there for me and my family.
there is no reason to fight this alone.
You will pull through, because that’s what you do.
So, don't worry my friend, my brother
You've got this."
