To him alike are always known,

Reserv'd for him, and him alone.

Ah Lesbia! though 'tis death to me,

I cannot choose, but look on thee;

But at the sight, my senses fly,

I needs must gaze, but gazing die;

Whilst trembling with a thousand fears,

Parch'd to the throat, my tongue adheres.

My pulse beats quick, my breath heaves short,

My limbs deny their slight support.