I could see that you were crying, you found it hard to sleep.
I whinied to you softly, as you brushed away a tear.
"It's me, I haven't left you, I'm well, I'm fine, I'm here."
I was close to you at breakfast, I watched you pour the tea,
You were thinking of the many times, your hands reached out to me.
I was with you at the shops today, your arms were getting sore.
I longed to take your parcels, I wish I could do more.
I was with you at my grave today, you tend it with such care.
I want to reassure you, that I'm not lying there.
I walked with you towards the house, as you fumbled for your key.
I gently put my nose on you, I smiled and said "it's me."
You looked so very tired, as you sank into your chair.
I tried so hard to let you know, that I was standing there.
It is possible for me, to be so near you everyday.
To say to you with certainty "I never went away."
You sat there very quietly, you smiled, I think you knew,
In the stillness of the evening, I was very close to you.
They day is over, I smile, and watch you yawning.
And say "goodnight, God bless, I'll see you in the morning."
And when the time is right for you to cross the brief divide,
I'll rush across to greet you, and we'll stand, side by side.
I have so many things to show you, there is so much for you to see,
Be patient, live your journey out, then come home to be with me.