The aloe's precious blossoms swell,

So, in thy presence it appears,

That Time has blossom'd, fare thee well![*]

Footnote: See Preface. [(return)]


SONG.

DISTANCE FROM THE PLACE OF OUR NATIVITY.

Since I married Palemon, though happy my lot,

Though my garden is pleasant, and lightsome my cot,

Though love's smile, like a sunshine, I constantly see,