MY OWN LITTLE GIRL
I’ve covered many and many a mile;
I’ve seen the setting of many a sun;
I have oft been charmed by the infant’s smile,
Pondering gladly life’s journey begun.
I’ve met with the great and small not a few;
I’ve sat at the feet of the learned knight,
I’ve stood on the stage with Gentile and Jew,
Addressing the throng by day and by night.
I’ve witnessed the way of the meek and wise,