Skip to content
1859–1934

THE WISH FOR A CHAPLET

Helen Gray Cone

Vineleaf and rose I would my chaplet make: I would my word were wine for all men's sake. Pure from the pressing of the stainless feet Of unblamed Hours, and for an altar meet.

Vineleaf and rose: I would, had I the art, Distil, to lasting sweet, Joy's rosy heart, That no sere autumn should its fragrance wrong, Closed in the crystal glass of slender song.

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.
THE WISH FOR A CHAPLET · Helen Gray Cone · Poetry Cove