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A maid and her poem by Florence Hardy
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A maid and her poem by Florence Hardy
If every maid, were of my mind, heigh ho! Heigh ho! lovely sweet, they to their lovers, should prove kind, kindness is for, maidens meet. A maid speaks of how a maid should act
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This evocative photograph captures the essence of Florence Hardy's timeless poem, "If every maid, were of my mind," which beautifully encapsulates the virtues and duties of a maid in the Victorian era. The image depicts a maid in traditional attire, her hands folded demurely in her apron, her gaze fixed on an unseen horizon with a thoughtful expression. The poem, penned by Hardy in the late 1800s, extols the virtues of kindness and loyalty in maids towards their lovers. Hardy's words resonated deeply with the Victorian society, where the role of a maid was more than just a domestic servant. Maids were expected to be loyal, obedient, and kind, not just to their employers but also to their lovers. The poem served as a reminder of the moral and ethical responsibilities that came with the position of a maid. The photograph and the poem together transport us back to a bygone era, where the simple act of a maid expressing her thoughts and feelings was a powerful statement of her character and worth. The image and the poem remind us of the importance of kindness and loyalty, values that transcend time and continue to be relevant in our modern world. Florence Hardy was a prolific poet and writer, whose works often explored the lives and experiences of women in Victorian England. Her poetry, filled with wit, wisdom, and insight, continues to captivate readers even today. This photograph and poem are a testament to Hardy's enduring influence and the power of literature to transport us to another time and place.
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