What could you think to say about me
In one paragraph?
If I should die, what would you write
Within my epitaph?

Would you start with my accomplishments
And end with accolades?
Would you want to tell each mourner of
The plans that I had made?

Well, all those things sound wonderful
And I know you'd write them well.
But, if I should chance to write them down
Here's what I would tell:

It mattered not that I had wealth
Accolades or fame.
Most everyone who claimed to know me
Only knew my name.

They never knew what held me up,
What was my inspiration,
What gave me strength to carry on,
And reach my aspiration.

So, tell them I was sweet and kind
And how much you thought of me.
But, if they want to know what meant the most,
Just tell them that you loved me!