Over ivory sands I will stroll,

while drinking in the beauty of the crystal sea.

I will breathe in the scent of paradise,

and relish in the knowledge that it is mine for eternity.

I will dance along golden streets,

enjoying the music of angels’ laughter.

I will melt in the presence of my Lord,

oh, the joy that will be mine in the great hereafter!

I will step through the doors of a marble mansion,

and invite the saints of old in for tea.

I will sit talk with them for hours,

for the owner of that manor will be me.

I will lay beside a great lion,

and snuggle against his velvety fur.

I will drift into a sweet, peaceful slumber

to the melody of his breathing soft a kitten’s purr.

I will slip into the Holy Library,

for another glimpse of the Sacred Book.

I will slide my finger across my name,

in disbelief that this was all it took.

I will set out in search of my Jesus,

to kiss Him for including me in His Holy Will.

And when a thousand tomorrows have passed,

I will be there praising Him still.