Little Girls Must Not Fret by Jane Taylor
By Jane Taylor
What is it that makes little Emily cry? Come then, let mamma wipe the tear from her eye: There -- lay down your head on my bosom -- that's right, And now tell mamma what's the matter to-night. What! Emmy is sleepy, and tired with play? Come, Betty, make haste then, and fetch her away; But do not be fretful, my darling; you know Mamma cannot love little girls that are so. She shall soon go to bed and forget it all there Ah! here's her sweet smile come again, I declare:
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"What is it that makes little Emily cry?..."
"Little Girls Must Not Fret" by Jane Taylor is a love english poem consisting of 14 lines. This English poem by Jane Taylor demonstrates the timeless power of verse to capture complex human emotions. Beginning with "What is it that makes little Emily cry? Come then, let mamma wipe the tear from her eye:...", this piece explores themes of love through vivid imagery and emotional resonance. The work invites contemplation on the deeper currents of life, love, and the human condition. Jane Taylor's celebrated body of poetry continues to inspire readers across generations and cultures, and this particular work stands as a powerful example of their artistic vision.