'twas there by the spring
soothed in his arms,
he promised this nymph love,
he kissed her and loved her;
© Mumsleigh Sinclair 21 Oct. 1999
these lovers did meet freely;
with cool drink and warm heart
she welcomed him meekly.
he embraced her completely;
and whispered sweet words
not mentioned here discretely.
and described it so sweetly;
as he took a blanket and
spread it quite neatly.
showed such passionate ability,
and soon held her secure
as she slept in tranquility.