What The Trees Said To The Little Boy

I. Once when the park Was very dark I slipped out and went walking; And heard the trees To the summer breeze, And to each other talking. II. And I heard them say, "We have stood all day In one spot here, and worried To keep the sun From each little one Who laughed at our feet or hurried. III. "Now every boy And girl and toy Is safe at home, my patience! Why! I and you, As their parents do, Can talk of our relations."