The Poetry Corner

Love And The Spring-Flower.

By John Carr (Sir)

'Tis pity, ev'ry maiden knows, Just as she cools, Love warmer grows; But, if the chill be too severe, Trust me, he'll wither in a tear. Thus will the spring-flow'r bud and blow, Wrapp'd round in many a fold of snow; But, if an ice-wind pierce the sky, 'Twill drop upon its bed, and die!