
A thoughtful gathering of verses, this collection moves from quiet meditations on fleeting moments to the bright, hopeful celebrations of love and daily grace. The poems shift in voice—some echo the cadence of old‑world lyricism, while others speak in plain, heartfelt dialogue that captures the tension of parting, the comfort of companionship, and the restless search for inspiration. Themes of memory, devotion, and the everyday miracle of “today” weave through each piece, offering listeners a palette of emotions that feels both intimate and timeless.
Listening invites a gentle pause, letting the rhythm of each stanza settle like a soft sigh or a burst of laughter. The work’s sincere reflections make it a companion for quiet evenings, walks in autumn light, or moments when you simply need a poetic lens on life’s ordinary wonders. It’s an accessible, resonant experience that encourages listeners to linger on the beauty hidden in everyday words.
Language
en
Duration
~23 minutes (22K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Larry B. Harrison, Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
Release date
2016-03-20
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Subjects
A little-known early 20th-century poet, she left behind a slim collection that speaks in a direct, thoughtful voice about love, memory, and everyday feeling. Her work has the quiet charm of verse written to be shared, not to show off.
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