The Candle

The candle burns so strong and bright

my days go slowly by

The future beckons  "follow me"

I know… I’ll never die

The candle weeps but lights my path

I try to find my way

The journey now begins for me

I’m strong… I’ll never die

The candle now is worn and tired

lifes troubles show the wear

My paths are short and measured now

I'm scared… that I might die

The candle now is small and frail

The light grows very dim

My days are surely numbered now

I know… that I will die

The candle flickers on and off

the Usher at the door

My loved ones gather round me now

Today… I’ll surely die

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Music by Jon Schmidt