Poetry Explorer- Classic Contemporary Poetry, DEER SEASON, by ETHEL CASE COOK


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DEER SEASON, by                    
First Line: Know this, my heart, let love go hunting free
Last Line: Throw wide the door, his foot is on the stair.
Subject(s): Hunting; Hunters


Know this, my heart, let love go hunting free,
Nor ever seek to stay him from the game;
And guard the lips from any rash decree --
(A woman never sees these things the same)
Let love go free, but leave the latch-string out
And keep the supper hot, the fireplace bright,
And sing a cheerful song to banish doubt --
To spread a welcome through the gathering night.

So ask no questions, voice no shrill alarm,
For love will always seek a happy place.
Your anguish cannot ward away all harm
And kisses ill befall a tear-stained face.
Then, quick, away, these tears; arrange this hair;
Throw wide the door, his foot is on the stair.





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