Skip to content
1824–1889

I LOVE YOU, DEAR.

William Allingham

I LOVE you, Dear, I love you, Dear, You can n't think how I love you, Dear! Supposing I Were a Butterfly,

I'd waver around and above you, Dear. A long way off I spied you, Dear, No bonnet or hat could hide you, Dear, If I were a Bird,

Believe my word, I'd sing every day beside you, Dear. When you're away I miss you, Dear, And now you're here I'll kiss you, Dear,

And beg you will take This flow'r for my sake, And my love along with this, you Dear!

Cookies on Poetry Cove

We use cookies to remember your language preference and — only with your consent — to learn how Poetry Cove is used. You can change your mind any time.
I LOVE YOU, DEAR. · William Allingham · Poetry Cove