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Thomas Hardy - Let Me Enjoy
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Let me enjoy the earth no less 
Because the all-enacting Might 
That fashioned forth its loveliness 
Had other aims than my delight. 

         II 

About my path there flits a Fair, 
Who throws me not a word or sign; 
I`ll charm me with her ignoring air, 
And laud the lips not meant for mine. 

         III 

From manuscripts of moving song 
Inspired by scenes and dreams unknown 
I`ll pour out raptures that belong 
To others, as they were my own. 

         IV 

And some day hence, towards Paradise 
And all its blest — if such should be — 
I will lift glad, afar-off eyes 
Though it contain no place for me.
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