Strength beyond the Grave

I have always had a need of you,
but you have never needed me.
You've been my crutches when I stand,
any my eyes when I need to see.

My ears won't work without you aid,
my mind gets lost without your guide.
When my trials made all light fade,
you'd hold a candle by my side.

As hope's flame began to waver,
and coals of courage lost their spark.
Once again you were my savior,
relighting fire, dispelling dark.

But now I find you icy cold,
motionless as I hold you tight.
I feel your limbs as they grow old,
you're giving your all to this fight.

You've spent your life being my legs,
you've put the strength in my arms,
now you cling onto your life's dregs,
your smile fades aways its charms.

Now its you who is needing me,
and I who will be helping you.
Now I will help your blind eyes see,
and recall the colors they once knew.

As you dwindle and fade away,
I will ease the pain as you die,
I will let your mind fall astray,
while white wings aid you through the sky.

Together we could not remain,
but with you, my heart will always stay.
As you leave this Earthly domain,
a part of you will stay with me.