poetry
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poetry corner: “Solitude” by Ella Wheeler Wilcox
I have a favorite poem of all time, and it is “Solitude” by Ella Wheeler Wilcox. It speaks to my introverted soul. Laugh, and the world laughs with you;Weep, and you weep alone;For the sad old earth must borrow its mirth,But has trouble enough of its own.Sing, and the hills will answer;Sigh, it is lost… Continue reading
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Reviewed: “Never Mind” by Katherine Lawrence
I don’t read a lot of poetry, that’s probably important to say first, but I entered the giveaway for Katherine Lawrence’s NEVER MIND because I like history, I loved the Little House on the Prairie series, and this book was described as a collection of poems from the perspective of a pioneer woman on the… Continue reading
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“Solitude” by Ella Wheeler Wilcox
Solitude LAUGH, and the world laughs with you; Weep, and you weep alone. For the sad old earth must borrow it’s mirth, But has trouble enough of it’s own. Sing, and the hills will answer; Sigh, it is lost on the air. The echoes bound to a joyful sound, But shrink from voicing care. … Continue reading
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“Solitude” by Ella Wheeler Wilcox
I realized that I haven’t posted any poetry (mine or otherwise) on this blog. I apologize and offer my all-time favorite poem. Solitude by Ella Wheeler Wilcox Laugh, and the world laughs with you; Weep, and you weep alone. For the sad old earth must borrow it’s mirth, But has trouble enough of its own.… Continue reading
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An English diarist and naval administrator. I served as administrator of the Royal Navy and Member of Parliament. I had no maritime experience, but I rose to be the Chief Secretary to the Admiralty under both King Charles II and King James II through patronage, diligence, and my talent for administration.
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