Edmund Clarence Stedman, ed. (1833–1908). An American Anthology, 1787–1900. 1900.

By Harriet McEwenKimball

598 All ’s Well

THE DAY is ended. Ere I sink to sleep,

My weary spirit seeks repose in Thine.

Father! forgive my trespasses, and keep

This little life of mine.

With loving-kindness curtain Thou my bed,

And cool in rest my burning pilgrim-feet;

Thy pardon be the pillow for my head;

So shall my sleep be sweet.

At peace with all the world, dear Lord, and Thee,

No fears my soul’s unwavering faith can shake;

All ’s well, whichever side the grave for me

The morning light may break.