THE LITTLE BOY'S GOOD-NIGHT.

The sun is hidden from our sight,

The birds are sleeping sound;

‘ Tis time to say to all, “Good night!”

And give a kiss all round.

Good night! my father, mother, dear,

Now kiss your little son;

Good night! my friends, both far and near,

Good night to every one.

Good night! ye merry, merry birds,

Sleep well till morning light;

Perhaps if you could sing in words,

You would have said, “Good night!”

To all my pretty flowers, good night!

You blossom while I sleep;

And all the stars, that shine so bright,

With you their watches keep.

The moon is lighting up the skies,

The stars are sparkling there;

‘ Tis time to shut our weary eyes,

And say our evening prayer.