Sun Shadows

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There never was success so nobly gained, Or victory so free from selfish dross, But in the winning some one had been pained Or some one suffered loss. There never was so nobly planned a fete, Or festal throng with hearts on pleasure bent, But some neglected one outside the gate Wept tears of discontent. There never was a bridal morning fair With hope's blue skies and love's unclouded sun For two fond hearts, that did not bring despair To some sad other one.

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Exploring the themes of classic, Ella Wheeler Wilcox delivers a powerful performance in "Sun Shadows"... ### Why We Love This Line At Linespedia, we believe that poetry is the ultimate sanctuary for the soul...

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