Versos English John Oxenham After Work

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After Work

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Lord, when Thou seest that my work is done, Let me not linger on, With failing powers, Adown the weary hours,-- A workless worker in a world of work. But, with a word, Just bid me home, And I will come Right gladly,-- Yea, right gladly Will I come.