Don’t cry for me after I’m gone

But instead, think of me and smile.

When certain things you hear or see

Don’t shed a tear just think of me.

Like a starry night in the fall,

Or the sound of a hoot owl’s call.

Smile and close your eyes

When you see the next sunrise.

Watch a beautiful sunset,

Or listen to birds singing in the trees.

Don’t shed a tear just think of me.

When you hear that old horse of mine softly whiny

Or hear his hoof beats in the dark;

Don’t be sad, just smile and think of me.

When the warm summer breeze brushes across on your face,

Don’t worry, I’m in a better place.

When you see the grass shimmering with dew

Remember the day when we said “I do”

And keep in your heart that I will be thinking of you.

                                                                          --Marla Chambers