To my Gerda

Through pain and tears you reach out to me
Not afraid of either the sun or the severe cold,
And you constantly shine a spark in the darkness,
Eternal love will melt the ice of longing and bitterness.

You are not afraid of anyone and believe in a miracle
And your heart tenderly warms everyone around
And it's sad without you, my soul is so bad,
My joy, my soul, dear friend.

When everything in the world is swift and fast,
Countries are at war, people, black hearts,
Only a spark of your love will warm me
And let the warmth never end.

And my heart beats forever in anticipation
The soul strives for you and everything inside hurts,
And there will never be more parting
And what hinders us, let the flame burn.

Your love gives hope, faith, thrill
And the world does not collapse when you are alone,
Other opinions are alien, they sound like babble
And let them burn quickly with a fiery fire.

Your love, from now on, warms you constantly,
Eyes will melt the ice and open my soul
I will constantly reach out to you with my heart,
And I will enjoy forever your beauty.