Eternal Bond

One day, when life is past, and I depart,
And I no longer linger at your side,
When time and space and fate hold us apart,
May I still in your heart of hearts reside,
But while I walk on earth I hope to stay,
Forever in your thoughts and your embrace,
And when from mortal life I walk away,
May I imagine sadness in your face,
What better testimony to our love ,
Could ever exist than sweet remembrance dear,
If I yet yearn for you when I'm above,
I'll not be lost because your love is near,
Your love, my love, redeems me utterly,
For here and now, and for eternity.