My feet may stand amidst a reeling world;
In hours unguarded, when I slumber most,
Be thou my keeper and protect the post:
So shall thy servant like Elijah stand,
Beneath the palm of thy Almighty hand.
J. D.
THE APPROACH OF SPRING.
Come, lovely Flora, aid me to pourtray
The rising beauties of the vernal day,
The grateful season that fresh life inspires,