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The Saddest Hour
The saddest hour of anguish and of lossIs not that season of supreme despairWhen we can find no least light anywhereTo gild the dread, black shadow..
© Ella Wheeler Wilcox
The Room Beneath The Rafters
Sometimes when I have dropped asleep,Draped in soft luxurious gloom,Across my drowsy mind will creepThe memory of another room,Where resinous knots..
© Ella Wheeler Wilcox
The River Of Sleep
There are curious isles in the River of Sleep,Curious isles without number.We'll visit them all as we leisurely creepDown the winding stream whose..
© Ella Wheeler Wilcox
The River
I am a river flowing from God’s seaThrough devious ways. He mapped my course for me;I cannot change it; mine alone the toilTo keep the waters free..
© Ella Wheeler Wilcox
The Rape Of The Mist
High o’er the clouds a Sunbeam shone,And far down under him,With a subtle grace that was all her own,The Mist gleamed, fair and dim.He looked at her..
© Ella Wheeler Wilcox
The Rainbow Of Promise
In the face of the sun are great thunderbolts hurled,And the storm-clouds have shut out its light;But a Rainbow of Promise now shines on the..
© Ella Wheeler Wilcox
The Question
Beside us in our seeking after pleasures,Through all our restless striving after fame,Thorough all our search for worldly gains and treasuresThere..
© Ella Wheeler Wilcox
The Princess's Finger-Nail: A Tale Of Nonsense Land
All through the Castle of High-bred Ease,Where the chief employment was do-as-you-please,Spread consternation and wild despair.The queen was wringing..
© Ella Wheeler Wilcox
The Poor Little Toe
I am all tired out, said the mouth, with a pout,I am all tired out with talk.Just wait, said the knee, till you're lame as you can beAnd then have to..
© Ella Wheeler Wilcox
The Phantom Ball
You remember the hall on the corner?To-night as I walked down streetI heard the sound of music,And the rhythmic beat and beat,In time to the pulsing..
© Ella Wheeler Wilcox
The Pessimist
The pessimist locust, last to leaf,Though all the world is glad, still talks of grief.
© Ella Wheeler Wilcox
The Past
I fling the past behind me, like a robeWorn threadbare at the seams, and out of date.I have outgrown it. Wherefore should I weepAnd dwell upon its..
© Ella Wheeler Wilcox
Best Friends Day
Today we celebrate with cheer,The friends we love so very dear.A hug, a smile, a song to say,Happy, happy Best Friends Day!
© Best Friends Day
Secret Friends
We tell our secrets, just us two,There’s nothing that we cannot do.A best friend is a treasure, true,I’m glad that friend is you!
© Best Friends Day
The Adventure Team
We explore, we climb, we dream, we play,Together we have the best of days.With my friend, I feel so strong,Our friendship lasts life long!
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Laughing Together
We giggle, we laugh, we jump, we run,Playing together is so much fun.Through sunny days and skies of gray,My friend is with me every day.
© Best Friends Day
Sharing Joy
We share our toys, we share our snack,We tell each other stories back.A friend is someone kind and true,I’m happy that I have you!
© Best Friends Day
A Helping Hand
When I fall, you help me stand,You always lend a helping hand.With friends like you, I’m never blue,Thank you for all you do!
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Friends Forever
Friends forever, hand in hand,Together we explore the land.We share our dreams and all our play,Best friends are here to stay!
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My Best Friend
My best friend makes me smile,We laugh and play all the while.Through games, secrets, and fun days too,There’s no one else like you!
© Best Friends Day
Forever Together
We’ve shared our secrets, dreams, and fears,Our laughter echoing through the years.A best friend’s love is steadfast and true,A constant light in all..
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The Strength of Friendship
Friendship is a bridge across the tide,A place of comfort, where hearts can hide.Through every challenge, trial, and test,A best friend’s love stands..
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A Journey Together
Life is a journey, paths unknown,But with a best friend, we’re never alone.Through winding roads and hills so steep,Their promise to stay is ours to..
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Through Every Season
Through every season, near or far,A best friend shines just like a star.In times of joy, in times of pain,They lift us up and help us gain.They..
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The Gift of Friendship
Friendship is a gentle light,That warms our hearts both day and night.Through storms and sunshine, laughter and tears,A best friend stands through..
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