Love remains immutable;

On to the close they glide ‘mid scenes Elysian,

Through life’s delightful vision.”

Mr. Martin is here somewhat closer and not less skilful in handling his metre:

“Oh! trebly blest, and blest for ever,

Are they whom true affection binds,

In whom no doubts or janglings sever

The union of their constant minds;

But life in blended current flows

Serene and sunny to the close.”