Maxine Lowden Shinn
1933-2006

(in Maxine's memory card)

I Am Always With You

To those I love and those 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 too may tears,

But be thankful we had so many good years.

I gave you my love, and you can only guess

How much you've given me in happiness.

I thank you for the love that you have shown,

But now it is time I traveled on alone.

So grieve for me a while, if grieve you must

Then let your grief be comforted by trust

That it is only for a while that we must part,

So treasure 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 will be near

All my love around you soft and clear.

And then, when you  come this way alone,

I'll greet you with a smile and a "Welcome Home