Poems (Cromwell)/Resignation

by Gladys Cromwell

RESIGNATION

The dark house yonder is my life;
 It looms against the purple night;
The windows are my stars; I count
 Them all,—each window one delight.

Oh! there are many stars above,
 But mine in strong substantial woe
Are framed; I cannot misconstrue
 Life's dark intent, joy's fitful glow.