WHen first I knew the world, (and was untaught

By tryde experience, what true Friendship meant)

That I had many faithfull friends, I thought;

And, of their Love, was wondrous confident.

For, few so young in yeares, and meane in fortune,

Of their Familiars, had such troopes, as I,

Who did their daily fellowship importune;

Or, seeme so pleased in their company.

In all their friendly meetings, I was one;

And, of the Quorum, in their honest game: