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We are stronger, and are better,
Under manhood’s sterner reign;
Still we feel that something sweet
Followed youth, with flying feet,
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And will never come again. 10

Something beautiful is vanished,
And we sigh for it in vain;
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We behold it everywhere,
On the earth, and in the air,
But it never comes again. 15
Glossary

balms : something that helps you to relax

sterner : stronger
reign : period of rule

vanished : disappeared

sigh : a long deep breath showing disappointment
in vain : without success

behold : look at or see

Understand the poem:
The poem has a wonderful message. Read it again and dis-
cuss your views on the following questions with your partners.

1. What happens when youth departs?
2. How does a person feel when he is youthful?

3. The poet says, “We sigh in vain.” Why?
4. Where does a person look for youth, after it is gone?

Why does the poet compare losses and gains with
youth?

6. What is the message of the poem?

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