Poems (Henderson)/Eyes

by Elizabeth Henderson

EYES

Bonny blue eyes, they say you are true,
But I hold it a question of doubt,
For I know you would glance and admire,
If black eyes singled you out.

Shrewd gray eyes, they say you are keen,
And insist on having your rights,
And that you are sparing of love,
And ready for high words or fight.

Sparkling black eyes, you can storm,
The heart you intend to attack,
For who can resist the delight,
Of throwing your sweet glances back.

Quiet brown eyes, you are true,
You can win, and securely can keep,
You are fountains of passion and love,
For quiet streams ever run deep.