SONG OF THE ROAD
Reading edition
Cheerily upon the road Tramp we all together, Bearing every one his load Through the changeful weather. To one Hope we all belong, To one Fate a debtor, Songs must cheer our steps along, Mirth the road make better. Wishes cannot make a horse, Only beggars would ride; We must meet the fairy force In each sombre wood-side. We must bravely tread the way, Gaily sing together, Till we reach the endless day, Heaven’s golden weather.