Contrasted Songs

A lovingly gathered anthology, this collection assembles verses that first floated through turn‑of‑the‑century newspapers, church hymnals and personal journals. The poet’s voice moves from the rolling chant of waves to quiet afternoons in meadow and garden, each piece anchored in a simple yet resonant language. Themes of longing, remembrance, and the quiet dignity of ordinary moments weave through the pages, offering both comfort and gentle provocation. Though the poems were penned under different pseudonyms, they share a unified sentiment: a reverent listening to the world’s subtle music.

Listeners will find the sea’s mystic hymn echoing alongside tender reflections on love, loss and the passage of youth. Patriotism, devotion, and fleeting nostalgia surface in pieces that range from the bright optimism of “With the Tide” to the solemn hush of “The Old Cemetery.” The work invites you to pause, breathe, and let each line settle like a soft tide on the shore of your thoughts.