Last Reprieve...

If one day,

I forget all words to say,

And I should lose my way,

By my side, I pray you'll stay.

Remember all the times you smiled,

Remember the joy you felt when

We talked of plans for the future.

Most of all, remember how much I loved you then.

If one day, I should go,

I pray you know how much I love you so.

Know that I am at peace then

And know that by your side, I will stand.

Remember all that we used to do,

Remember that you were loved too,

Remember all that I'd write for you,

Most of all, remember that everything I said was true.

If one day, you should find yourself alone,

Think of the times we'd talk on the phone.

Think of how we'd often speak in loving tones,

With words so sweet, we'd feel soft to our bones.

Worry no more and rest your weary head,

For it is no fit way to honour the dead.

Laugh, dance, sing, and please try

Your very best not to cry.

If one day, I should leave,

Wear not your sadness on your sleeve.

I beg that you do not grieve

You were my one last reprieve.