My Job Is Done

When I am gone, release me, let me go

I have fulfilled my duty here; you all know.

You must not tie yourself to me with tears,

be thankful for our many beautiful years.

I gave you my love; you can only guess

how much you gave to me in happiness.

I thank you for the love you each have shown,

but now it's time I traveled all alone.

So grieve a while for me, if grieve you must,

then let your grief be comforted by trust.

It's only for a time that we must part,

so bless the memories within your heart.

Though you can't see or touch me, I'll be near,

and if you listen with your heart, you'll hear

All my love around you from morn til night;

I'll forever have you in my sight.

And then, when you must come this way alone,

I'll greet you with a smile and say;

WELCOME HOME!