I was younger when I loved one
At first sight, or so they say
But now that I am older
I ask that you love me on the way
For love is fragile, fleeting, and yet strong
And it costs too much for us to get it wrong
Cultivate the love, and allow it to be present
Face it toward the sun.
Take your time with this great love
as we get old and grow so gray
for these feelings are much more felt
when you love me on the way