Second Childhood Poem Rhyme Scheme and Analysis
Rhyme Scheme: ABABCDCD EFEFGHGH IJIJKBKBWhen I go on my morning walk | A |
Because I'm mild | B |
If I be in the mood to talk | A |
I choose a child | B |
I'd rather prattle with a lass | C |
Of tender age | D |
Than converse in the high brow class | C |
With college sage | D |
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I love the touch of silken hand | E |
That softly clings | F |
In old of age I understand | E |
Life's little things | F |
I love the lisp of tiny tongue | G |
And trusting eyes | H |
These are the joys that keep me young | G |
As daylight dies | H |
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For as to second childhood I | I |
Draw gently near | J |
With happy heart I see the why | I |
Children are dear | J |
So wise Professor go your way | K |
I am beguiled | B |
To wistful loving by the gay | K |
Laugh of a child | B |
Robert Service
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