Another Comparison. Addressed To A Young Lady.
By William Cowper
Sweet stream that winds through yonder glade,
Apt emblem of a virtuous maid
Silent and chaste she steals along,
Far from the worlds gay busy throng;
With gentle yet prevailing force,
Intent upon her destined course;
Graceful and useful all she does,
Blessing and blest whereer she goes.
Pure-bosomd as that watery glass,
And heaven reflected in her face.