For Those I Love

When I am gone, release me, let me go. I have so many things to see and do.
You must not 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 me in happiness.
I thank you for the love each has shown. But now it is time I traveled alone.

So grieve awhile for me, if grieve you must; then let your grief be comforted by trust.
It is only for a time that we must part, so bless the memories within your heart.

I will not be far away, for life goes on.
So if you need me, call and I will come.

Though you can't see me or touch me, I'll be near; and if you listen with your heart,
You will hear, all my love around you, soft and clear.

And then, someday, when you must come this way alone,
I'll greet you with a smile and say "Welcome Home".

-Anonymous

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