I Must Leave You
I must leave you for a while, please
do not grieve or shed wild tears and
hug your sorrow close to you through
the years.
But, start out bravely with a gallant
smile; and for my sake and in my
name, live on and do all things the
same.
Feed not your loneliness on empty days,
but fill each waking hour in useful ways.
Reach out your hand in comfort and
cheer, and I in turn will comfort you and
hold you near; and never be afraid to
die, for I am waiting for you in the
Heavenly Sky.