The which in themselves no true Happiness brings,
Rich Rubies, nay Diamonds, Chains, Jewels and Rings:
They are but as Dross, and in Time will decay,
So will Virgin Beauty, so will Virgin Beauty,
Tho' never so gay.
Then boast not young Phillis because thou art Fair,
Soft Roses and Lillies more beautiful are,
Than ever thou wast, when they in their Prime,
And yet do they fade in a very short time:
All temporal Glories in time will decay,