Ancient wood, weathered bricks, the ghost smoke of a thousand burning candles encircles us
The silence amongst a crowded congregation, my silk red tie to represent your love
Tears of joy, tears of sadness, tears for not knowing what the future holds
The doors open, cold she enters, the bell tolls in single chimes 5 seconds apart
But I dare not turn as I know what’s approaching
12 feet march by your side in synchronised harmony escorting you home
The altar where the crucifix was placed upon your head is now where you lay
But the only water today is from those you loved, who loved you
Kind words said, smiles, chorus song, heartache, but no black today please
There you are, inches away but so distant
Eyes closed, deep breath, it’s almost over
The bell still tolls, you are blessed, but we are more so for knowing you
And you are removed from the canopy of this house
Once more into the outside, and we follow, it’s perfectly choreographed
I succumb to the numbness, I know not what between here and there
But there I stand aside the earth which is ready to receive you
6 shadows carry you back to us, place you upon the wood and delicately lower you
You take your final breath of this worlds air as you reach the final place of rest
Only feet left now, and never again will you be above the earth
The bells still toll, the wind beats us, the white cloak of the vicar dances against her
His voice battles, and his defiant tone sends you to your peace
6 shadows stand in salute from the corner of my eye
Roses on the wood, soil from our touch onto you
And we take our leave, it’s over
But it’s only just begun