Poems (Bell)/Repentance
REPENTANCE.
Months have passed since last I saw thee. But in my heart there lingers yetThe mem'ry of those happy times, That I never can forget.
Dost thou not recall the promises, The vows that then were spoken,The parting kiss, the tender words Said ere my heart was broken?
I know it is my fault alone That our paths diverge today,That I am waiting now for you Those sweet words again to say.
And would I turn from you this time? No! If thou could'st but forgiveI'd show thee how I'd love thee To the longest day I'd live!