My Farewell Tribute to Mom

My Mother died less than a year ago, so I am feeling a bit sad this Mother's Day. Before she died, she asked us to read this poem at her funeral. I will share it with you as I remember my Mother this Sunday.

To Those I Love and Who Love Me

When I am gone, release me- let me go
I have so many things to see and do.
You mustn't tie yourself to me with tears,
Be happy that we had so many 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 its time I traveled on alone.

So grieve a while for me if grieve you must
Then let your grief be comforted by trust.
It's only for a while that we must part
So bless the memories within your heart.

I won't be far away, for life goes on
So if you need me, call and I will come.
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 soft and clear.

And then, when you must come this way alone,
I'll greet you with a smile and say
"Welcome Home."