While that bland smile o'erspread thy features,

Which to thy brow adds nameless charms.

Dear sister, I can still remember

When first I clasped thee to my breast;

I viewed thee as a priceless treasure,

Bestowed to make life's pathway blest.

Although a little tiny creature,

Devoid of friendship, love, or care,

Yet, I highly prized the casket,

I knew a sister's heart throbbed there.