Do not stand at my grave and weep;

I am not there.

I do not sleep.

I am a million smiles, the sun on your face.

I am the contagious fun that fills every place.

I am the happy embrace of friends reunited.

I am the party where you are always invited.

I am a big gathering round a table for supper.

I am the noisy fiesta pumping music full of laughter.

I am a chilled 'caipirinha' in your hand,

In front of the sea breeze, toes in the sand.

Do not stand at my grave and cry;

I am not there.

I did not die.