A deadly hug

I've always been scared of death
But recently things have changed
I was walking downtown
When I noticed death walking by my side
He reached for me but only scratched
I ran away thinking I had gotten away
Later on that day
I found out my mom was sick
Holding on tight to hope's hand
I didn't see death for a couple of months
But when I did
He held my hand and wouldn't let go
But I fought for my life
And finally broke free
A week later
I was holding my mother's hand at her funeral
I was wondering where death went
Because he only left me with nothing but pain
I hope to see death soon
It's been six months or so
I want death to hug me
So I can be with my mom once again