Pebbles and Shells (Hawkes collection)/Autumnal Hopes

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AUTUMNAL HOPES
In dark December look to spring,
And learn to hear the robin sing
 Upon his unbuilt nest;
In sorrow teach thy lips to say—
I know this pain will pass away,
 And I will see 'twas best.

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