To their diversions am a perfect slave,
At home submissive, but in battle brave;
When the shrill trumpet sounds I take the field,
Laugh at the pointed spear and glitt'ring shield;
Bold and intrepid meet the daring foe;
Willing and able to repeat the blow;
To peer or prelate I give health and ease;
The lady, merchant, and the peasant please:
Nay,—of such gen'ral use is my employment,
Without me life would scarce be worth enjoyment.