A Murmur in the Trees—to note—

Emily Dickinson (1830–1886)

A Murmur in the Trees — to note —Not loud enough — for Wind —A Star — not far enough to seek —Nor near enough — to find —

A long — long Yellow — on the Lawn —A Hubbub — as of feet —Not audible — as Ours — to Us —But dapperer — More Sweet —

A Hurrying Home of little MenTo Houses unperceived —All this — and more — if I should tell —Would never be believed —

Of Robins in the Trundle bedHow many I espyWhose Nightgowns could not hide the Wings —Although I heard them try —

But then I promised ne'er to tell —How could I break My Word?So go your Way — and I'll go Mine —No fear you'll miss the Road.