They say there is a time for tears
But pray don’t make my leaving one
I’ve had my share of frights and fears
Still, as God knows, I’ve had good fun
You know I left that emerald land
Amid the second bloody war
But found joy holding Richard’s hand
And now it’s love forever more
I coaxed new babies from the womb
Nursed young and old back to good health
Don’t cry for me, don’t put on gloom
Family and friends, you've been my wealth
A hole in one along the way
The bowls have kept me on the straight
And now I rest above earth’s fray
Holding on to my handsome mate
I breathe in heaven’s clear fresh air
And walk without my wooden cane
You’d love the way the saints here share
These glory days will never wane
It’s been a gift to know you all
And I hope you have found me true
So til you get the final call
Be sure and leave a gentle hue.
(21 May 2012, London)
