There was a Time

When Love bloomed and laughter flowed,
When hearts rejoiced and innocence glowed;
When thoughts were wild and shackle free
When whirlwinds had not shaken trees;
When words were precious, as silver or glod
When minds stood fast fast, they were not sold;
When dreams were woven in bright hues
When ways of past fell in disuse;
When lives were wont to take new shapes
Whennew beginnings were not sour grapes;
When we met in joy, in peace
When loves were young, and filled with ease.