With the children clinging to her hand,
Looked as if it were a happy day.

Ah, they loved her soon! The little one
Crept into her arms as to a nest;
Arthur always with her now; and May
Growing nearer to her every day:--
--Well, I loved my own dear lady best.




VERSE: GIVE PLACE


Starry Crowns of Heaven
Set in azure night!
Linger yet a little
Ere you hide your light:-
--Nay; let Starlight fade away
Heralding the day!

Snowflakes pure and spotless,
Still, oh, still remain,
Binding dreary winter,
In your silver chain:-
--Nay; but melt at once and bring
Radiant sunny Spring!

Blossoms, gentle blossoms,