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Fresh flowers for my children (1842)

Gordon, Katharine Parker, Mother · Boston : Samuel G. Simpkins · leaf 119

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ncy;The noble boy, the fair and playful girlWent hand in hand, and babies, clinging to their mothers arms,Were brought in trust and love.But the bright, earnest look of hope and faith.That lighted up the mothers face, as t wereThe face of a bright angel, suddenlyWas quenched in sorrow, at the stern… … ( 117 ) M. H. W., AGED TWO MONTHS. Sweetest flower of infancy !Death has early bhghted thee.On this dark and dreary earthSmiles were lighted at thy birth ;Hearts were with affection glowing,And with welcome overflowing ;Future hopes and visions bright,Rainbow-wishes, dreams of light,Round thee…

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