Far out west on adventure bent,

With well-worn pick and a folded tent,

Is bringing his bullion home.

I never will be renowned

As my twin that swings to the western marts,

For I am she of the humbler parts;

But I am the joy of the waiting hearts,

For I am the homeward-bound!


[ 53. LAURIER'S TRIBUTE TO MACDONALD (1891).]