A Selection of Original Poems (Paperback)

This historic book may have numerous typos and missing text. Purchasers can download a free scanned copy of the original book (without typos) from the publisher. Not indexed. Not illustrated. 1908. Excerpt: ... 28 SONG But as the days and moments pass Fond pleasure wearies him, alas His restless, wandering spirit goes In quest of rest, to find repose; To know what satisfaction means, 'Mid worldly, gay, or vicious scenes. Is Pleasure possible on Earth? Does it exist for humble worth? Or dare the rich alone aspire To this, the object of desire? Ah, yes, true pleasure is for all Who do not make the pleasure pall; Who use it as the gift of Heaven, But give it up one day in seven, That they may keep the solemn rest Which He has given who knoweth best; Who do not shirk the daily round--The path of beauty ever found: Who wisely understand the way To blend the working and the play. SONG My love is sweet and fair, With eyes so brave and tender, That I must fain declare Her charms I cannot render. BENEATH THE MOON 29 She stands beneath the stars, I gaze in rapt devotion, A son of warlike Mars, Conquered by love's commotion. We vow we will be true, And o'er the world remember The passion we renew, This night in calm September. BENEATH THE MOON One night, beneath the shining moon I met my own true love, In shimmering silk and dainty shoon; And in the light above I whispered all the passion of my heart And pleaded my sweet secret to impart. She listened to my honeyed speech With shining eyes downcast; And as she stood within my reach The shadowy fear had past. And in my arms her yielding form Lay still in silent bliss; We pressed our lips in kisses warm, Free was the chrysalis. 3o MY WILL Ah, love, transforming life from death In one sweet, happy thrill We listen to its perfumed breath--Its message to fulfil. MY WILL THE stronger will prevails, And I give way In work and play To suit the plan that fails. Is this my weakness still? Should I insist, The will resist, And my o...