To Those I Love

To Those I Love

When I am gone, release me, let me go

I have so many things to see and do

You mustn't tie yourself to me with tears

Be happy that we had so many years.

I gave you my love. You can only guess

How much you gave to me in happiness

I thank you for the love you have shown

But now it's time I traveled on alone.

So grieve awhile for me if grieve you must

Then let your grief be comforted by trust

It's only for a while that we must part

So bless the memories with your heart.

I won't be far away, life goes on

So if you need me, call and I will come

Though you can't see or touch me, I'll be near

And if you listen with you heart, you'll hear

All of my love around you soft and clear.

And then, when you must come this way alone

I'll greet you with a smile, and welcome you home.

(Some poem from Chicken Soup)