Learning To Laugh

Since I have learned to laugh
At the pack day hath lain upon me,
And to wink and jest and whistle a whit,
I find my wisdom is not so drear-browed.
Aye, the aged dame is most beguiling.
I find this, and finding it, find her more
Companionable. This then is a sure game.
I have ceased pondering over the weight
Of wisdom, and learned to ponder less and less,
And let wisdom walk for herself.
I am learning.