If one night I lay sleeping
And a soft wind whispers near
If I wake and rub my drowsy eyes
To find that you're not here
If the shadows creep upon me
And the sheets are firm and cold
I'll sit and close my weary eyes
And let the years grow old
If you have died , my love
The doves will cry your name
And the angels in the heavens
Will bow their heads in shame
If you are no longer by my side
The world will flood with tears
And every night I'll say a prayer
And look down the lonesome years
If one night you lay sleeping
And pipes call from the glen
Every breath will take me farther
From seeing you again
Do not wallow in my passing
For more pain will grief entice
I know that you have loved me
And for me that will suffice
If I have died and faded
You'll weep your tears for me
But know that I am by your side
Mourn once, then set me free
I'll wait for you by starlight
I'll wait for you in rain
I'll wait until; forever
Your love will keep me sane