Like a thin thread of silver, long drawn out;—
But hark the cheerful tabor, and the shout!
The sound of merry drums!
Now sportive Harvest-Home
By vintagers and villagers is held,
And heart-bright wine, and strong-lipped ale are welled,
Like water at the foam:
And labourers rejoice,
That fruits of field and orchard all are housed;
And the glad song of thankfulness is roused