Their sighing, canting, grace-proud faces, their three-mile prayers, and half-mile graces.
There is no such uncertainty as a sure thing.
Great for good, or great for evil.
Oatcakes are a delicate relish when eaten warm with ale.
The poor inhabitant below Was quick to learn and wise to know And keenly felt the friendly glow And softer flame; But thoughtless follies laid him low, And stain'd his name!
Nursing her wrath to keep it warm.--Robert Burns