Her Son Said “They’ll Take the Baby”
A Child’s Vigil
At dawn, a mother watched her eldest son cradle his baby brother.
His voice trembled: “I have to protect him, Mom.
They said he might be taken away.”
When asked who, he whispered, “The people in my dreams.”
Fear That Feels Real
Night after night, shadowy figures in his dreams warned of danger.
“If I don’t watch him, he’ll disappear,” he said, eyes full of worry.
The mother reassured him that dreams “could feel real but held no power,”
understanding that comfort alone wouldn’t suffice.
Finding Peace Together
When the father returned, the family talked gently about dreams and worry.
They found ways to ease him: helping with feedings, rocking the baby,
and keeping a nightlight glowing. Slowly, fear turned into care.
Healing Through Understanding
Weeks later, early-morning vigils faded into laughter.
The parents realized that when a child’s fears are met with understanding instead of dismissal
, “healing follows.” Love and patience transformed fear into a bond between brothers.
