And hear one sigh, then liberty farewell.
“But, John, remember we cannot maintain
A poor, proud girl, extravagant and vain.
“Doubt much of friendship: shouldst thou find a friend
Pleased to advise thee, anxious to commend;
Should he the praises he has heard report,
And confidence (in thee confiding) court;
Much of neglected Patrons should he say,
And then exclaim - ‘How long must merit stay!’
Then show how high thy modest hopes may stretch,