Author William Cullen Bryant Upon the valley's lap The liberal morning throws A thousand drops of dew To wake a single rose. Thus often, in the course Of life's few fleeting years, A single pleasure costs The soul a thousand tears. Rate this poem Select ratingGive it 1/5Give it 2/5Give it 3/5Give it 4/5Give it 5/5 Average: 4 (1 vote) Rate Log in or register to post comments