II. A KIND PROVIDENCE.

By Frederick Locker-Lampson

He dropt a tear on Susan's bier,

He seemed a most despairing swain;

But bluer sky brought newer tie,

And — would he wish her back again?

The moments fly, and, when we die,

Will Philly Thistletop complain?

She'll cry and sigh, and — dry her eye,

And let herself be wooed again.