Lyrics and Chords by Ted Kunkle
Melody by Kathrine Acus
(C) Copyright 2007. All rights reserved.
I can see the bright light shining
I can see the pearly gate
I can hear my Lord a calling
And He can see, that I can’t wait
Chorus:
So take me up the next time you send the angels down
My earthly time is over and I’m ready for Your everlasting love
Let trumpets blow, and toast my journey’s end
with a drink from Your overflowing cup
And the next time you send the angels down, [N.C.]have ‘em take me up.
[X2 last time end with G-D]
I did my best to live His word
When Satan called I closed the door
My heart is filled with endless joy
Take me up to heaven’s peaceful shore [next verse—NO chorus]
In my dreams, light shines above
My Mother’s smiling face I see
Now I rest on snowy wings
As angels now deliver me [TO CHORUS]
mandolin solo
When I’m gone don’t cry for me
Lay me to rest there in the ground
Raise high your head to sing God’s praise
For this old soul is Heaven bound. [TO CHORUS]
credits
from Where the Water Meets the Stone,
released July 22, 2011
Kathrine Acus (Vocals, Guitar)
Scott Acus (String Bass)
Dave Dowling (Mandolin)
Don Flick (Banjo)
Mike Gleason (Violin)
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