The Symbol

For 26 years there'd been a gold band and diamond ring upon my left hand
A symbol of marriage and the love I once shared with a very special man
They represented the eternal bond between me and my husband that I so loved
Placed on my hand during a sweet ceremony in the presence of my God above

Abruptly this precious chapter of my life did come to an end
With the death of my lover, my provider, my comforter, and friend
I couldn't bring myself to remove those rings from my hand
They had so grown to be a part of me, as roots growing in the land

They symbolized my family and the children that we raised
And symbolized the fire that kept the love in our hearts ablaze
I prayed, Dear Father, I need my husband by my side
I have to have him with me if I am to survive

Dear Lord, I can't bear to think that my marriage is no more
Gone is my best friend, my provider, and father of the children that I bore
He has been my confidante and advisor through our daily walk in life
And always right beside me through life's struggles and strife

The Lord gently reminded me that He would take his place
That He would always be there no matter what the pace
I will be your provider, your comforter, your friend
You can bring all your secrets to me, I'll keep them to the end

I am a husband to the widows, you can always count on me
I'll be your advisor and life consultant for which there is no fee
I'll walk beside you and hold your hand all throughout the day
And if you'll pay close attention, I will even light your way

So please know that you are never ever alone
I'll be right here with you from the dusk until the dawn
Now take your time and mourn for the husband that you loved so
Grieving is just a part of the earth's own natural flow

For the next year and a half, it seems I lived in a foggy haze
Looking back now, only God knows how I made it through some days
I am now able to take off my wedding rings and lay them on the chest
For God has sweetly told me that it's now time for me to let my husband rest.