question: Compose a heartfelt song inspired by an elder's story. The song should have 5 verses, each marked as verse n, so that I can perform it during my next show. Write the lyrics in english and ensure all the text is in lowercase.
answer: verse 1:  
  in a small town by the river's gentle flow,  
  where the sun sets low and the old pines grow,  
  lived a wise elder with a heart of gold,  
  whose tales of yesteryear were often told.  
  with eyes that twinkled like the stars above,  
  he spoke of dreams, of life, of endless love.  
  
  verse 2:  
  he'd tell of nights beneath the silver moon,  
  of dances held to the fiddle's tune,  
  of friendships forged in the fields and streams,  
  of courage found in the wildest dreams.  
  his laughter echoed like a joyful song,  
  reminding us where we all belong.  
  
  verse 3:  
  through times of trouble and days of rain,  
  he'd share his stories of loss and gain,  
  of battles fought with a spirit strong,  
  of finding light when the road was long.  
  his wisdom like the river, deep and wide,  
  guided us with a gentle, knowing tide.  
  
  verse 4:  
  he'd speak of love that never fades away,  
  of promises made on a summer's day,  
  of hearts entwined through the passing years,  
  of tender moments and joyful tears.  
  with every word, he'd paint a picture clear,  
  of love's sweet journey, held so dear.  
  
  verse 5:  
  now as we gather 'neath the starlit sky,  
  with memories of the days gone by,  
  we sing his song and keep his spirit near,  
  for in our hearts, he will always be here.  
  a legacy of love, of strength, of grace,  
  forever lives in this sacred place.  