From the mountain peaks stern and hoary;

Or watch the spray as the colors play,

When the glorious sunlight kisses,

And tints confuse into rainbow hues

To embellish the wild abysses.

I love the rose and the columbine,

Whose delicate beauty pleases;

I love the breath of the fragrant pine,

As it floats on the morning breezes;

I love the sound from the depths profound,