Before I Die
Before I die... I want to see... the sun set one more time
And then to watch... it rise again... God's glory in its shine
I want the stars... to twinkle bright... against the velvet sky
The beacon face... that is the moon... winking with one eye
Before I die... I want to watch... the seasons change again
Even winter... with its chill... has been my lifelong friend
To feel the summer swelter... as grapes ripen... on the vine
To taste those fruits.. of living... turned into fine red wine
I want to smell... spring blossoms... or smoking embers burn
I want to read... just one more book... then have the chance to learn
To sing the words... I love you... but not to say... goodby
Please Lord... I pray... for one more day... before I die
Copyright © Jane Vandoe | Year Posted 2021
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