Here Shock, the pride of all his kind, is laid, Who fawned like man, but ne'er like man betrayed.

One wife is too much for most husbands to bear, But two at a time there's no mortal can bear.

The charge is prepared; the lawyers are met; The judges all ranged (a terrible show!) I go, undismay'd. For death is a debt, A debt on demand. So take what I owe.

Exercise thy lasting youth defends.

Nor love, not honor, wealth nor power, can give the heart a cheerful hour when health is lost. Be timely wise; With health all taste of pleasure flies.

If with me you'd fondly stray Over the hills and far away.

Lest men suspect your tale untrue, Keep probability in view.