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"I thank the goodness and the grace Which on my birth have smiled, And made me in these Christian days, A happy English child."
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Ann Taylor (poet)Ann Taylor (poet)
Ann Taylor (poet)
Ann Gilbert was an English poet and literary critic. She gained lasting popularity in her youth as a writer of verse for children. In the years up to her marriage, she became an astringent literary critic. However, she is best remembered as the elder sister and collaborator of Jane Taylor.
"I thank the goodness and the grace Which on my birth have smiled, And made me in these Christian days, A happy English child."
"I love little pussy, her coat is so warm; And if I dont hurt her shell do me no harm."
"Who ran to help me when I fell, And would some pretty story tell, Or kiss the place to make it well? My mother."
"For God, who lives above the skies, Would look with vengeance in his eyes If I should ever dare despise My mother."