319 The nearest Dream recedes — unrealized lyrics

The nearest Dream recedes — unrealized —

The Heaven we chase,

Like the June Bee — before the School Boy,

Invites the Race —

Stoops — to an easy Clover —

Dips — evades — teases — deploys —

Then — to the Royal Clouds

Lifts his light Pinnace —

Heedless of the Boy —

Staring — bewildered — at the mocking sky —

Homesick for steadfast Honey —

Ah, the Bee flies not

That brews that rare variety!

• Artist:Emily Dickinson