Before Leaving....

The time has
come
  We must now 
leave
   for distant lands 
Only a few minutes 
   for gentle words and farewells
     There are no words
         which can express
    what is in my soul
       The hour of 
       parting has 
       arrived 
       Don't cry 
           we'll see
each other again
   In a better land
Under a sun, moon and stars
    which will glow 
brightly above
  No need to shed tears
    If we keep ourselves 
together
     We will be well 
prepared for the 
  time when we must part company    
The ship will arrive soon 
   let yourself 
   see the truth 
    in my words
   Our eyes meet 
   Our hands clasp
   We will "keep the faith" - I'm sure of it
    In the distance 
lies our destination
    The safe harbor 
from the storm
      We'll meet there in the 
    end
But for now 
   "Good - Bye"
Copyright © | Year Posted 2008

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July 21, 2008 at 4:30 PM
Reminds me of the end of Return of the King. So beautiful, but I cry like a baby. Nicely written Matthew. Love, Shar
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