His heart still cries

He held her hand
They walked down the aisle
Played in the sun
Was it years ago
Or just a little while
She doesn’t know

His heart still dries

He helps her up
With aching arms
Looks into her eyes
They don’t look back
Does she even know
Who comes each day

His heart still cries

He prayed to God
This would never come
One too old
And one too tired
Who would angels call
Why pray at all

His heart still cries

He cooked her meals
Washed her clothes
Held her close
When she was cold
If this is love
Why is it so cruel

His heart still cries

She can’t call his name
He comes each day
This isn’t home
She doesn’t know where
He cries washing her face
How did they get to this place

His heart still cries
With tired eyes
An aching soul
Each day he went
It took its toll
He couldn’t stay away
Not even one day

His heart still cries

Then God called
Angels took her away
He was there
She couldn’t stay
Looking back at the years
Where did they go

His heart still cries

With pen in his hand
A tear stained note
It’s time for him
By her side
He’ll be holding her hand
Walking down the isle

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