[Editor: This poem by L. E. Homfray was published in Australians, Awake! And Other Poems (1915).] Sympathy. Because of one dear infant head, With curls of shining gold, And little lips, now hushed for aye, And hands so still and cold. Because of one fair smiling … [Read more...] about Sympathy [poem by L. E. Homfray]
Australians Awake! And Other Poems (L. E. Homfray 1915)
Prayer for the Wandering Sheep [poem by L. E. Homfray]
[Editor: This poem by L. E. Homfray was published in Australians, Awake! And Other Poems (1915).] Prayer for the Wandering Sheep. Shepherd of the sheep that wander, Hear our pleading prayer, That Thy flock may all be gathered ’Neath Thy care. Some have wandered weak … [Read more...] about Prayer for the Wandering Sheep [poem by L. E. Homfray]
Sweet Innocence [poem by L. E. Homfray]
[Editor: This poem by L. E. Homfray was published in Australians, Awake! And Other Poems (1915).] Sweet Innocence. Dear little maid with the earnest eyes Looking on life with solemn gaze, Holding our hearts in thy tiny hands, Cheering us with thy loving ways. What … [Read more...] about Sweet Innocence [poem by L. E. Homfray]
Some Day [poem by L. E. Homfray]
[Editor: This poem by L. E. Homfray was published in Australians, Awake! And Other Poems (1915).] Some Day. Some day the darkest clouds shall brighten o’er us, And all our hopes shall full fruition see, Some day our severed hearts shall meet in gladness, Some day our … [Read more...] about Some Day [poem by L. E. Homfray]
God’s heroes [poem by L. E. Homfray]
[Editor: This poem by L. E. Homfray was published in Australians, Awake! And Other Poems (1915).] God’s heroes. From cottage home, and Palace Hall An army brave goes forth to war, Through every age, from every land Till time itself shall be no more. Their lives may … [Read more...] about God’s heroes [poem by L. E. Homfray]
What Will it Matter? [poem by L. E. Homfray]
[Editor: This poem by L. E. Homfray was published in Australians, Awake! And Other Poems (1915).] What will it Matter? When time is over, and sorrow is past, And pain and suffering are gone for aye, When seen in the light of eternal joy, How little will matter the … [Read more...] about What Will it Matter? [poem by L. E. Homfray]
The Following of the Star [poem by L. E. Homfray]
[Editor: This poem by L. E. Homfray was published in Australians, Awake! And Other Poems (1915).] The Following of the Star. Lead us Holy Star of Light, Onward through the shades of night; With Thy radiance all divine O’er our darkened pathway shine. May we follow … [Read more...] about The Following of the Star [poem by L. E. Homfray]
Sweethearts [poem by L. E. Homfray]
[Editor: This poem by L. E. Homfray was published in Australians, Awake! And Other Poems (1915).] Sweethearts. Morning, bright as the summer skies, Laughing voices and love-lit eyes, Under the scented wattle bough, Pledging their love with solemn vow, Trusting the … [Read more...] about Sweethearts [poem by L. E. Homfray]
Somewhere [poem by L. E. Homfray]
[Editor: This poem by L. E. Homfray was published in Australians, Awake! And Other Poems (1915).] Somewhere. Somewhere the sun is shining, Though clouds may dim our sight, Somewhere the stars of Heaven Light up the darkest night. Somewhere the birds are … [Read more...] about Somewhere [poem by L. E. Homfray]
Life’s Journey [poem by L. E. Homfray]
[Editor: This poem by L. E. Homfray was published in Australians, Awake! And Other Poems (1915).] Life’s Journey. Marching along, through the storm and the sunshine, Bearing the burden and heat of the day, Striving for patience, for hope, and endurance, Praying for … [Read more...] about Life’s Journey [poem by L. E. Homfray]
Hymn for Peace [hymn by L. E. Homfray]
[Editor: This hymn by L. E. Homfray was published in Australians, Awake! And Other Poems (1915).] Hymn for Peace. Tune 225, A. & M. Hymns. Oh! God of every nation Our cry goes up to Thee, And at Thy throne of glory We fall on bended knee. Remember not our … [Read more...] about Hymn for Peace [hymn by L. E. Homfray]
Hymn for Peace: Give Peace in our Time, O Lord [hymn by L. E. Homfray]
[Editor: This hymn by L. E. Homfray was published in Australians, Awake! And Other Poems (1915).] Hymn for Peace. Give Peace in our Time, O Lord. Tune 370, A. & M. Hymns. God of our Fathers, hear us now, Before Whose Throne all nations bow, Defend us from the … [Read more...] about Hymn for Peace: Give Peace in our Time, O Lord [hymn by L. E. Homfray]
“The Little Wooden Ship” [poem by L. E. Homfray]
[Editor: This poem by L. E. Homfray was published in Australians, Awake! And Other Poems (1915).] “The Little Wooden Ship.” It was only a poor and broken toy, It was but little wooden ship; But how strangely stirred is the mother’s heart, And white with sorrow her … [Read more...] about “The Little Wooden Ship” [poem by L. E. Homfray]
A Mother’s Prayer [poem by L. E. Homfray]
[Editor: This poem by L. E. Homfray was published in Australians, Awake! And Other Poems (1915).] A Mother’s Prayer. When our hearts are sad with longing For our dear ones far away, Holy Father in Thy mercy Watch around them night and day. In the awful hour of … [Read more...] about A Mother’s Prayer [poem by L. E. Homfray]
In Memory of our Fallen Heroes [poem by L. E. Homfray]
[Editor: This poem by L. E. Homfray was published in Australians, Awake! And Other Poems (1915).] In Memory of our Fallen Heroes. They rest in peace! each warrior brave Each sailor ’neath the ocean wave A victory won, their arms laid down, Each faithful soul receives … [Read more...] about In Memory of our Fallen Heroes [poem by L. E. Homfray]
Sons of Australia [poem by L. E. Homfray]
[Editor: This poem by L. E. Homfray was published in Australians, Awake! And Other Poems (1915).] Sons of Australia. Sons of Australia, awaken and harken! Surely your hearts must respond to the call, Brothers arise, in the strength of your manhood Ready to fight for … [Read more...] about Sons of Australia [poem by L. E. Homfray]
The Call of the Empire [song by L. E. Homfray]
[Editor: This song by L. E. Homfray was published in Australians, Awake! And Other Poems (1915).] The Call of the Empire. We have heard the cry of battle And answered to the call, For the soldiers of the Empire Together stand or fall. Chorus: For the glory of the … [Read more...] about The Call of the Empire [song by L. E. Homfray]
Australians, Awake! [song by L. E. Homfray]
[Editor: This song by L. E. Homfray was published in Australians, Awake! And Other Poems (1915).] Australians, Awake! Awake! awake! ye sons of fair Australia, Your King and country need your help to-day, A voice is calling ’mid the roar of battle, And shall not you for … [Read more...] about Australians, Awake! [song by L. E. Homfray]
My Wish [poem by L. E. Homfray]
[Editor: This poem by L. E. Homfray was published in Australians, Awake! And Other Poems (1915).] My Wish. Oh! could I hope that words of mine One thought expressed by tongue or pen, Might bring a moment’s joy or peace Across the restless hearts of men. Could I but … [Read more...] about My Wish [poem by L. E. Homfray]
Australians, Awake! And Other Poems [by L. E. Homfray]
[Editor: This booklet by L. E. Homfray was published during the First World War (1914-1918). As this publication did not have a contents page, a list of the contents has been provided so as to enable easier access to the text.] Sold for the benefit of the Red Cross … [Read more...] about Australians, Awake! And Other Poems [by L. E. Homfray]