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 thankful for our beautiful years.
I gave to you my love. You can only guess
How much you gave to me in happiness
I thank you for the love you each have shown.
But now it's time I traveled on alone.
So grieve for me, if grieve you must
Then let your grief be comforted by trust.
It's only for a time that we must part
So bless the memories with your heart.
I won't be far away, for life goes on
And 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 your heart you'll hear
All my love around you soft and clear
And then, when you must come this way alone,
I'll greet you with a smile and say,
"Welcome Home."
ABSENT FROM THE BODY, PRESENT WITH THE LORD. II CORINTHIANS 5:8
