Not long now

Not long now
and we won't see you again
You are gone, but left to us
for a few more hours

Like our mutual friend
the trees look out
for your familiar form
as you pass under their boughs

The moors glance
across to the roadways
where you'd often
pass by

The house was empty
after your loved one
was gone
all those years back

You cared for her
with all the love
with all the strength
that love can impart

I saw her last
gliding from sight
framed in a train
carriage window

I saw you last
in a hospital bed
holding my hand
for a moment longer

You had achieved
what you wanted to
but didn't want to let go
until the Time came

Again, it'll be a warm
sunny day when
we say farewell
Gus am bris an latha