Wow. This image truly means a thousand words.
It reminded me of a poem called "Should You Go First and I Remain" By Albert Rowell. I can't find an identical version on the internet so I will just write it out.
Should you go first and I remain to walk the road alone,
Ill live in memorys garden, dear, with happy days weve known.
In spring Ill watch for roses red when fades the lilac blue,
And in early fall when brown leaves call, Ill catch a glimpse of you.
Should you go first and I remain for battles to be fought,
Each thing youve touched along the way will be a hallowed spot.
Ill hear your voice, Ill see your smile and through blindly I may grope,
The memory of your helping hand will bore me on with hope.
Should you go first and I remain, one thing Id have you do:
Walk slowly down that long, long path for soon Ill follow you.
And Ill want to know each step you take that I may walk the same,
For someday down that lonely road youll hear me call your name.
