XXII. A GOODLY BALADE.

¶ Moder of norture, best beloved of al,

And fresshest flour, to whom good thrift god sende.

Your child, if it list you me so to cal,

Al be I unable my-self so to pretende,

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To your discrecioun I recommende

Myn herte and al, with every circumstaunce,

Al hoolly to be under your governaunce.