Before it be too late.

Iris. You fondly court your bliss,

And no advances make;

'Tis not for maids to kiss,

But 'tis for men to take.

So you may kiss me kindly, and I will not rebel;

And kindly still, and kindly,

But kiss me not and tell.

A RONDEAU.

Chorus. Thus at the height we love and live,