40.
Our life henceforth is one eternal Now,
Based on the Past, with all it has achieved,
And looking to the Future with a brow
Beaming with keen anticipation's glow;
However in the past we may have grieved,
Now comes a state where grief is all unknown;
We rise above the brutal plane, relieved
From its relentless rule; we gladly own
Affection's sweeter sway, and ever cease to moan.