306 POT-POURRI FROM A SURREY GARDEN 



some years ago. I think it will appeal to many people as 

 it does to me : 



SYMPATHY 



In this sad world, where mortals must 



Be almost strangers, 

 Should we not turn to those we trust 



To save us from our dangers ? 

 Then whisper in my ear again, 



And this believe 

 That aught which gives thy dear heart pain 



Makes my heart grieve. 



God wills that we have sorrow here, 



And we will share it ; 

 Whisper thy sorrow in my ear, 



That I may also bear it. 

 If anywhere our trouble seems 



To find an end, 

 'Tis in the fairyland of dreams 



Or with a friend. 



