Knowing that Life rides a stormy sea And cloudbursts oftentimes overwhelm, I'll rig the sails and face what may be . . . If Love is standing guard at the helm
Fearlessly I'll walk Life's thorny path In the dark of night or sunless day; I'll grapple with Fate's relentless wrath . . . If Love 's blessed radiance guides my way
And when despair grabs hold of my hand, Gallantly I'll cry my share of tears While waiting for storm clouds to disband . . . If Love's at my side to calm my fears
When all seems lost and hope goes astray, And my dreams lie withering on the vine, I'll endure and rise above the fray . . . If Love's hand is clinging fast to mine
When my spirit flees this mortal frame And is summoned toward the dark unknown, I'll fare well enough with memory's flame . . . If Love lingers when all else has flown