Thy rue upon my lips I toss.

Rose was my right. O world, the loss,

When Greek limbs writhe upon the cross!

MAKE NO VOWS

I made a vow once, one only.

I was young and I was lonely.

When I grew strong I said: “This vow

Is too narrow for me now.

Who am I to be bound by old oaths?

I will change them as I change my clothes!”