Poems (Ryan)/Forgiveness

by Mary C. Ryan

For works with similar titles, see Forgiveness.

FORGIVENESS.

Fair as a rainbow in summer
 After a chilling blast,
Is the sweet smile of forgiveness
 When anger's clouds are past.

For hearts estranged by mere trifles,
 Are united again,
If both will relent and forget
 A transient throe of pain.