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Poems for the Sea.
Yes, I shall miss the merry smile
That oft-times cheer'd my heart,
While far away, mid storms and surge
You bear a venturous part.
Brother, good bye! yet ne'er forget
Whatever else betide,
That your good conduct is our wealth,
Your stainless name, our pride.
Be firm and honest, kind and true,
In sunshine, or in blast,
And make your duty, your delight,
Where'er your lot is cast.
Oh Brother dear! Heaven be your guide
Upon the boistrous main,
And bring you to your sister's side,
In happiness again.
