Forever Near By S. Ballou - B. Hope C-C9-G Verse 1 C9 G F G He was smitten the day that he saw her C9 G F G Working behind the counter that day C9 G F G She liked him and soon they were lovers C9 G F F - G Hoping for a love that would stay. Verse 2 C9 G F G The path in life sometimes hits a crossroad C9 G F G He could see it here; they soon would part. C9 G F G Saddened by the love she had cherished C9 G F She said you’ll always be in my heart She sang, Chorus C9 G You came to me F G And taught me about caring, C9 G You’ve been to me F G What no one’s ever been. F G C F Like two ships that must sail on we’ll go our separate ways, F G C9 But in our hearts we’ll be forever near Verse 3 C9 G F G Years go by they meet at the crossroads C9 G F F-G Still connected and hearts intertwined C9 G F G Comfort by their long lasting friendship C9 G F One last embrace they say good-bye And she says Chorus