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AFTERWARDS by NANCY RED MONTGOMERY

First Line: A SOFT WIND CARESSING THE LEAVES OF A TREE
Last Line: THINK THUS OF ME IF I SHOULD DIE TODAY.

A soft wind caressing the leaves of a tree --
Gone, leaving no trace save a memory.

A white-winged ship reaching a sheltered bay,
Storm-tossed, treasure-laden, from a weary way.

A lark singing, soaring into the sky,
Bearing its paean of praise on high.

A tiny star blending its living ray
With the glorious whiteness of the Milky Way.
Think thus of me if I should die today.



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