Hi Jean,

Thanks for taking time to listen and comment. As I've said before, I don't feel that I'm a very strong singer. This song put me at the edge of my limited range so I think I know what you mean by "until close to the end". I keep working at it.
I don't think his leaving has given her a reason to forgive, forget or believe. She's looking for reasons to move on BECAUSE he has left. I thought about just using the last chorus throughout, but wanted to say something more, hoping it would round it out a little more. I'm glad the verses worked for you. Thanks for the suggestions.

Ricki