She proves an angry foe,
Small gain I found to let her come,
Less loss to let her go.
—Robert Southwell, 1561-95. (One of the Jesuit Fathers who were cruelly executed by Queen Elizabeth.)
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Don't lose Courage! Spirit brave
Carry with you to the grave.
Don't lose Time in vain distress!
Work, not worry, brings success.
Don't lose Hope! who lets her stray