I DREAMED

by Amy W. Opalk

I dreamed he'd be born beautiful and healthy.
    He was.
I dreamed he'd tell me that he loves me.
    He tells me every day.
I dreamed he'd be bright and funny.
    He is - his humor is wonderful.
I dreamed he'd ride a bike, catch a ball and wrestle with his big brother.
    He does and his brother loves it.
I dreamed he'd have big birthday parties with lots of friends and cake and
presents.
    He's had six.
I dreamed he'd one day get on a bus and go to kindergarten.
    He did it yesterday - my heart full of love and my eyes full of tears.
I dreamed he'd make us proud.
    He has and he's inspired us.
Dean has Down Syndrome.
    I never dreamed that.