Classic Poem

AFTER THE ANTIQUE .

H ERA , Athene, Cypria, great three,
Take these for all your care of me: —
A golden garland fair,
My longest braid of hair,
My bridal zone so rare.

Small gifts are these to represent
The ten years' guerdons ye have sent, —
A husband loved and sure,
A peaceful life and pure,
Male children on the floor.