Aimee Star

​They remove her breathing tube. She lets out a deep sigh. They begin arranging the next form of respiratory support, the CPAP mask is prepared. It will swallow her face again, shortly. I see my opportunity, to see her face, unobstructed for the first time.
 
Behold, a beauty.
A light in a dark time.
A precious life.
 
A beloved star of light.
Aimee Star Luse.
 
Has arrived.
33 weeks, premature.
Fluid in her lungs.
Emergency C-section.
 
Alive.

(Born on May 12, 2020, 7lb 11oz, 18 3/4 in)