God pity eyes that have not seen the dawn,
Twilight, or shadow, or a wind-blown tree;
But pity more the eyes that look upon
All loveliness, and yet can never see.
God pity ears that have not caught the notes
Of wind or wave, of violin or bird;
But pity more that daily music floats
To ears that hear, and yet have never heard.
God pity hearts that have not known the gift
Of love requitted, comfort and caress;
But oh, God, pity more the hearts that drift
From love's high moment to forgetfulness!
LYRICS BY HELEN FRAZEE-BOWER
MUSIC COMPOSED BY JOHN KATES