To Adrian and Shelia from Lesley

When I must leave you

for a little while,

Please do not grieve

and shed wild tears

And hug your sorrow

to you through the years,

But start out bravely

with a gallant smile;

and for my sake 

and in my name

Live on and do the same.

Feed not your lonliness on empty days

But fill each waking hour in useful ways.

Reach out your hand

in comfort and in cheer

And I in turn will comfort you

and hold you near;

And never never

be afraid to die,

For I am waiting 

for you in the sky!

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