To sitting so much, when I read and write,
And studying so long and so late at night.
He, therefore, earnestly advises
Burgundy wine, with nutmeg and spices,
And every morning, instead of tea,
For the stomach’s sake, to drink sangaree.
Please send, agreeably to these advices,
Two pistoles for the wine and spices,
And be sure, dear parents, I only take
Such things as these for the stomach’s sake.