And through the lonely night sweeps their refrain
Like Chopin's prelude, sobbing 'neath the rain.
The Vine
The wild grape mantling the trail and tree,
Festoons in graceful veils its drapery,
Its tendrils cling, as cllngs the memory stirred
By some evasive haunting tune, twice heard.
The Maple
I
It is the blood-hued maple straight and strong,
Voicing abroad its patriotic song.
II
Its daring colours bravely flinging forth
The ensign of the Nation of the North.
Hare-Bell
Elfin bell in azure dress,
Chiming all day long,
Ringing through the wilderness
Dulcet notes of song.
Daintiest of forest flowers
Weaving hlie a spell—
Music through the Autumn hours,
Little Elfin bell.
