I fain must desire

My reader's attention to turn;

Who is round the place looking,

While his fish are a-cooking,

A snug spot for a nap to discern.

A box full of worms he has laid by his side—

A present young Pat never fails to provide,

And gives him whenever he sees him.

Though often for fun he would place there instead

A snail or a frog, or defunct chicken's head;