'We cannot part the curtain of the Future, 



We cannot tell what lies beyond the veil; 

 We only hope the love of friendly creature 

 On other shores may evermore avail. 



' So, little friend, we lay thee down at sunset, 

 As fading beams play softly on thy breast; 

 Alxmt thy weary head we strew the flowerets; 

 We leave thee to a calm and perfect rest. 



' The singing birds will be thy boon companions, 

 The lilies fair shall bloom beside thy grave; 



The silver sea will chant its solemn stanions 

 For thy young life so gentle, pure and 

 brave." 





