Oh wisdom is a she
Who hath ensnared all men.
How many, many fools
Have wooed her with elaboration.
Yea, each sure in his own betrothal,
Each pledged with a new kiss,
With a new contact.
How many, many, many
Encradled in her arms have slept
And dreaming, fondled at her brow,
And waked to find that lovering hand
Caressing a cockscomb tipped of bells!
(Patience Worth)
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