If I am living for the next world
I would miss out on loving now
My pet companions and family
Wouldn't get love that I can give
My friends wouldn't know me
For both good and ill, I'm unique
I'm one who makes others laugh
I'm a person who shares hope
As if there is nothing to keep
There certainly is hope, but more
I am bringing my memories
Of my beloveds, and that is
Everything worth having
No one, in fact, is keeping score
