And whilst the tender little soul is fled,

Away, to sport with our young elves, the while

We touch the dimpled cheek with roses red,

And tickle the soft lips until they smile,

So that their careful parents they beguile."

XLII.

"O then, if ever thou hast breathed a vow

At Love's dear portal, or at pale moon-rise

Crush'd the dear curl on a regardful brow,

That did not frown thee from thy honey prize—