Lines suggested by the Remark—"It is cool this Morning"

IT is never cool where'er is feltAn influence like thine,Encircling like a zone or belt;The very glaciers would meltIf near thy heart or hand they dwelt,O'er charities sublime.

It's never cool to meet a friendWho never framed excuse,Evading, lest, to condescend,Appeals would ever him attend;Or, miserly, his purse defendWith plea of some abuse.

It's never cool to know that suchA one is near to bless;However small, however muchThe gift, 'tis magical to touch,While we the radiant motive clutch—The dower in its dress.

'Tis never cool to feel that whileLaborious is the way,And sorrow's clouds may darkly pile,Through this thy deeds would bring a smile;'Tis godlike ever to beguileAs thou hast done to-day.