to those I love and those who love me

When I'm 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 many 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 you each have shown;
but it is time I travel on alone.

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

I wont be far away for life goes on, so if you need me call and I will come though you cannot see 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, when you must come this way alone, I'll greet you with a smile and say:

"Welcome Home!"