To my dearest friends,
some things I'd like to say.
But first of all, to let you know
that I arrived today.
I'm writing this from Rainbow Bridge.
Here I dwell with God above.
Here there's no more sadness.
There is just eternal love.
Please don't be unhappy
just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you
every morning, noon, and night.
That day I had to leave you
when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me
and He said, "I welcome you.
It's good to have you back again.
You were missed while you were gone.
As for your dear family,
they will be here later on."
God gave me a list of things
He wished for me to do.
And foremost on my list
was to watch and care for you.
So when you lie in bed at night,
the day's chores put to flight,
God and I are close to you
in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth,
and all those loving years,
because you're only human,
they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry:
it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers
unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you
all that God has planned.
But, if I were to tell you,
you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain,
Though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now
than I ever was before.
There are rocky roads ahead of you,
and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it
taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy,
and I'd like it for you too,
that as you give unto the world,
the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody
who's in sorrow and in pain,
then you can say to God at night,
"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented
that my life was worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along
I made somebody smile.
God says, "If you meet somebody
who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to help him up
as on your way you go."
When you're walking down the street
and you've got me on your mind,
I'm walking in your footsteps
only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go,
and from that body you are free,
remember where you're going.
You're coming here to me.