I Still Remember

You held my hand, you smiled at me
And my whole world smiled too!
Your eyes lit with pleasure when they found my face.
I still remember, love, do you?

I kissed your cheek and you kissed mine.
I blushed when you whispered in my ear.
And then we walked life's path together.
I still remember, do you remember, dear?

The years pass on, our eyes grow dim,
But we have never grown too old
To love each other with all our hearts.
I still remember, if truth be told.

You held me tight throughout the night.
My love for you so true.
We promised to grow old together.
I still remember, love, do you?

So, hold my hand and I'll hold yours.
Kiss my cheek and then
We'll continue on together
Looking back, remembering when....


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