Beyond the Shore

The time has come
To leave this shore
No more will I find my way

And those I leave
Behind me now
Will soon take my place

I've struggled long with shame's great load
And shouldered
My share of pain

To feel the caress
Of the long black veil
I've worked, but not in vain

I'm bound to go
Beyond this shore
In glory I will be placed

Goodbye, my loves
I'll not forget
Your sweet familiar grace

I'm bound to go
Beyond these shores
In glory I will be placed

Goodbye, my loves
I'll not forget
To share this sweet embrace

Goodbye, my loves
I'll not forget
To share this sweet embrace