A Fleeting Joy

A fleeting joy, a moment bright,
That dances through the passing years,
A spark of pure and sweet delight,
That banishes all doubts and fears.
It comes and goes, a gentle guest,
And leaves behind a happy trace,
A memory treasured in the breast,
That time itself cannot erase.

About Sara Teasdale

American lyric poet, known for her poems on love, nature, and the feminine experience. Her work often displays a delicate and musical quality.

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