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1666

I see thee clearer for the Grave
That took thy face between
No Mirror could illumine thee
Like that impassive stone—

I know thee better for the Act
That made thee first unknown
The stature of the empty nest
Attests the Bird that's gone.

Edited by Peter Carter

Added: 2 Apr 2003 | Last Read: 4 Sep 2026 12:41 AM | Viewed: 7721 times

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