Poem: “September” by Ella Wheeler Wilcox

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September

My life’s long radiant Summer halts at last,
And lo! beside my path way I behold
Pursuing Autumn glide: nor frost nor cold
Has heralded her presence; but a vast
Sweet calm that comes not till the year has passed
Its fevered solstice, and a tinge of gold
Subdues the vivid colouring of bold
And passion-hued emotions. I will cast

My August days behind me with my May,
   Nor strive to drag them into Autumn’s place,
      Nor swear I hope when I do but remember.
Now violet and rose have had their day,
   I’ll pluck the soberer asters with good grace
      And call September nothing but September.

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