I long and yearn for you as well, 



To hold you in Love's fond caresses : 

 One glance, one touch will never fill 



The need my waiting heart confesses. 

 I want you in my daily life, 



My dear companion, fond and tender: 

 And you shall be my rest, my joy, 



And I, your helpmeet and defender. 



Whene'er I read your matchless lines, 



Of fond regret and hopeful waiting, 

 Their tender longing lifts my heart 



To you in happy contemplating. 

 Their music round me weaves a tie, 



Nor distance, age, nor time can sever; 

 And, dear, to strengthen this sweet bond, 



Shall be through life my one endeavor. 



