When Wolcot sought to be sentimental, he was unreal. One piece does show real tenderness of feeling, and that must be given in conclusion, to show that he had a glimmering now and then of better feelings than spite, envy, and resentment.
The old shepherd’s dog, like his master, was gray;
His teeth all departed, and feeble his tongue;
Yet where’er Colin went, he was follow’d by Tray.
Thus happy through life did they hobble along.
When fatigued on the grass the shepherd would lie
For a nap in the sun, ’midst his slumbers so sweet,
His faithful companion crawl’d constantly nigh,
Placed his head on his lap, and lay down at his feet.