’Twas such a joy to watch and see him grow.

At Adelaide we made no length of stay;

Our friends to Melbourne just had gone away.

We followed shortly where they led before,

To Melbourne went, and flourished more and more.

My aunt and uncle both are buried there;

I closed their eyes, and I was left their heir.

They meant me well, I loved them for their care.

‘Ten years ago I married Robert; dear

And well he loved, and waited many a year.