Author George Meredith My jolly friar, Now lift thy cowl, And send me a laugh Like a revelling owl. Were I lying and groaning In pits of fire, Thy laughter like water Would fall, my friar! Tags Short Poems Rate this poem Select ratingGive it 1/5Give it 2/5Give it 3/5Give it 4/5Give it 5/5 No votes yet Rate Log in or register to post comments