They were only two crystal Dove figurines,
But.. somehow, different from all others;
They were supposed to take on special meanings, 
When divided between two lovers.

Designed to carry a message of love,
If it really came from the heart,
But, also destined to be miserable, 
As long as they were apart.

I know I loved you,
I know you really cared.
We gave them charge to keep our memories strong,
While I remained here and you had to go there.

You took one with you - I kept the other,
And we both made a vow -
To bring them together again,
If the Fates allowed.

How cruel life was,
To keep those Doves apart
For I know those little birds
Were miserable in their hearts

You say you placed yours
Where you could see it,
All these many years,
Did you look at it often?
Did you remember my parting tears?

Time... that ol'  thief.. hid my Dove away,
But after I talked with you, 
I searched and found it one fine day
And all my memories were renewed.


It was broken to pieces.... 
As was my heart,
When I finally faced the fact,
We would always be apart.

But all is not lost,
Nothing can make me release,
This broken little Dove......
No!!!! not even one little piece!

I'll keep what's left of it safe,
Just in case- one day,
Its lonely little mate, 
Might again happen this way.

Please give your Dove a message that....
Way down deep inside,
All hope is not lost,
And love is still alive

And if they should meet again,
After all these lonely years,
There will be only laughter....
And an end to useless tears.

If this should not be- then remember,
Every moment in life has its worth,
Please tell that little Dove that it is loved,
Above all others on this earth.

Please fly home to me if you choose.... 
My Dove.....  My love.