Classic Poem

And when, from o'er the parting seas,
A royal letter came,
And brought a gift to recognize
Brave Laura Secord's fame.

What wonder that her kindling eye
Should fade, suffused in tears?
What wonder that her heart should glow,
Oblivious of the years?

And honour ye the kindly grace
Of him who still hath been
In all things kindly, and the praise
Of our beloved Queen.