ONE NIGHT GOD WHISPERED A SECRET IN MY EAR

by: Elsa Barker (1869-1954)

NE night God whispered a secret in my ear.

I knew it was a secret because I longed to tell it;

Thus may we always know how valuable is a thought.

We treasure the worthless pebbles and scatter the jewels on the highway;

Such is the wisdom of the world!

Would you know a way to make all men seek you?

Wear a veil!

If you have something to give -- throw it out of the window;

The one who needs it will come along with eyes bent on the ground.

If you desire something of real value -- tell no one.

You will find it maybe when the eyes of Destiny are turned the other way.

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