Fulfillment

Lips to lips in rapture pressed,—
Dearest secret of the breast
In a moment all confessed;—
Love is best; love is best!

Worn with care, by pain oppressed,—
Empty arms and aching breast,—
Longing for release and rest;—
Death is best; death is best!

Home at last! O welcome blest!
Heart to heart our loved ones pressed,—
Of eternal life possessed;—
Heaven is best! heaven is best!