This poem expresses a parent's desire for his baby's life, which at first sounds harsh and cruel. He wishes her to be ordinary and average, in looks and talents. However, what he ultimately wants for his child is for her to be happy.
1. What is the contrast between the first and second stanza?
2. Why does the end of the poem have the most impact?
3. What effect does the 'ordinary' language have?
4. How does this poem contrast with other poets' views of love?
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