THE UNDERGROWTH.

In

The pillared trees by scores hath laid,

The springing undergrowth will spread,

So rich the greenery overhead.

Into the depths where all must blend,

Yet love shall never lack a friend;

Such kindly escort to the end.

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[48]

WINTER IN MAY.

WINTER IN MAY.

Winter

We thought thee vexed with April's wanton ways

Or with new icebergs fringing dreary bays.

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And crowned thee January's lawful king;

Upon the verdant loveliness of spring?

And that weird skeleton in ghastly pride

All in her flowery youth the virgin bride.

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