
SONG OF LOVELY THINGS
TO ONE WHO SIGHED
LOOK FORWARD
THE WORLD'S BEAUTY
TO FATHER TIME
MIRACLE OF SPRING
EASTER THOUGHTS
SENSE OF HUMOUR
TO A PETULANT HEART
NEIGHBOUR JANE
Through a cascade of bright, rhythmic verses, the narrator invites listeners to linger on the small miracles that stitch everyday life together—waves that kiss the shore, a child’s first word, the clatter of city streets alive with quiet generosity. Each section unfolds like a warm conversation, alternating between vivid descriptions of nature’s colors and tender reminders that our own imperfections can become sources of pride.
The work moves forward as a quiet meditation on perseverance, urging the reader to set aside regret and greet each new dawn with steady hope. With a blend of poetic prose and gentle counsel, it celebrates the restless heart that finds courage in ordinary moments, offering a soothing companion for anyone seeking a brighter perspective on the world.
Language
en
Duration
~52 minutes (49K characters)
Release date
2025-01-20
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Subjects

1889–1936
An English-born poet and journalist who built her career in Winnipeg before returning to England, she wrote with wit, warmth, and a sharp eye for everyday life. She also published under the pen names Wilhelmina Stitch and Sheila Rand, names that became widely recognized in newspapers and magazines.
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