Passed On - To A Quiet Country Life

Done with; discarded by Time;
Beyond city walls.
As one nameless grave beneath.
Where a great hush falls.

Insofar belongs only
The world to the young!
To the extent none search for!
Some backwood among.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2026

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Blanca Avatar
February 15, 2026 at 10:25 AM
The young reaps life's vitality We breath no more. Thanks James.
Watkin Avatar
April 8, 2026 at 2:31 AM
Thanks Lunita
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March 29, 2026 at 11:55 PM
Thankyou Lunita
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