An Epitaph Upon a Child

Robert Herrick (1591-1674) (1591โ€“1674)

The Hesperides & Noble Numbers โ€” Hesperides

Virgins promis'd when I diedThat they would each primrose-tideDuly, morn and evening, come,And with flowers dress my tomb.Having promis'd, pay your debts,Maids, and here strew violets.