Songs and Sonnets (Coleman)/A Thousand Joys Remain
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A THOUSAND JOYS REMAIN.
Life has a thousand raptures still
To crowd the common ways,
For Beauty walks with him who will,
Close comrade of his days.
Each season with its coming brings
A store of fresh delight,
For joy is at the heart of things
For him who sees aright.
O eloquent the light that thrills
Along the morning sky!
O lovely are the dreaming hills
When silent night draws nigh!
The rhythmic sun and stars reveal
Our habitation wide,
Cradled in mystery, still we feel
Secure and satisfied;
And we may kindle when we will
The light in children's eyes,
And learn by loving to fulfil
Our joy in sacrifice.
O, he who keeps an open mind
Wins strength to master pain;
Whatever be denied, he'll find
A thousand joys remain!