but, Martin, what I would say beyond everything is--do not let us separate.

Be free as you must be free, as you should be free--but stay with me--remain with me.
I am an old man; I have longed for you as I think no other father can ever have longed for his son.

They tell me that I cannot live many more years.

God chooses His time.

Be with me, Martin, for a little while even though I may seem old to you and foolish.