On a Dead Hostess
Of this bad world the loveliest and the best
Has smiled and said “Good Night,” and gone to rest.
XX
On a Great Election
The accursèd power which stands on Privilege
(And goes with Women, and Champagne and Bridge)
Broke—and Democracy resumed her reign:
(Which goes with Bridge, and Women and Champagne).
XXI
On a Mistaken Mariner
He whistled thrice to pass the Morning Star,
Thinking that near which was so very far.
So I, whenas I meet my Dearest Dear,
Still think that far which is so very near.
XXII
On a Sleeping Friend